A number of investigations are underway following complaints of ‘inappropriate conduct’ made against a Donegal-based gymnastics coach.
The man has been suspended by Gymnastics Ireland, the national governing body for the sport, and Gardaí are also investigating the matter.
It is understood the coach allegedly made ‘inappropriate conduct’ with a young person and, as a result, a complaint was made. Subsequently, further complaints were also made by other individuals.
Both Gymnastics Ireland and Gardaí confirmed they are investigating the matter.
“Gymnastics Ireland were made aware of a matter that has been reported to An Garda Siochana,” a spokesperson for the organisation told Donegal Daily.
“As per our policies and standard procedure, we immediately suspended the individual in question pending the outcome of a Garda investigation. While this process is underway we are not in a position to comment any further. We remain in contact with the relevant authorities.”
A spokesperson for the Garda Press Office confirmed Gardaí in Donegal have received a complaint and a Garda investigation is ongoing.
“No further information is available at this time,” they added.
It is believed that Tusla – Child and Family Agency is also involved in the investigations.
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