Rory Sheriff
Rory Sheriff is a Garda superintendent who was previously a sergeant involved in the arrest of John Bowe following a dangerous driving incident. He is named in Bowe's lawsuit, which claims that Sheriff used excessive force during the arrest, an allegation he denies.
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Sheriff is a Garda superintendent who struck Bowe with a baton and claims his actions were justified.
Jury asked to decide if sergeant used ‘reasonable force’ after baton strike on ex-garda – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-06
Supt Rory Sheriff said his actions were 'proportionate and justified' following what he described as the most 'extreme and dangerous' driving he had ever witnessed.
Deadlocked jury discharged in case of ex-garda allegedly wrongfully struck over the head – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-15
Supt Rory Sheriff was involved in the incident where he allegedly struck John Bowe with a baton.
Baton strike after car pursuit ‘not ideal’ but not assault, garda tells High Court – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-06
Sgt Rory Sheriff is accused of wrongfully and violently striking John Bowe with a baton during the arrest.
Co Wexford man sues over alleged injuries sustained in arrest following car chase – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-05
