Cover-Up in Military Investigation | Cork News

A Defence Forces Tribunal barrister is exposing what he calls a deliberate cover-up in a 1991 military investigation into alleged abuse by a senior officer against recruit Damien Traynor — and the tragic suicide of another recruit, Oliver Mullaney, just days later. The investigation, led by an inexperienced officer, was mishandled from the start, with a superior officer recommending no punishment for the accused — despite clear concerns for recruits’ safety — because he was deemed “excellent.” The accused officer later requested a transfer, citing a “dangerous slur campaign” and fearing he’d be scapegoated, while admitting to mistakes. As Traynor’s parents testify, the tribunal’s ongoing hearings reveal how systemic failures decades ago continue to haunt survivors and families. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2e9c97d2f19627f7