The jury found the former two-division champion guilty of sexually assaulting Hand and awarded her over $250,000 in damages that the Irishman will have to pay. According to RTE News, Ireland’s Minister of Justice, Helen McEntee, commended her following the verdict, especially considering the circumstances of taking a well-known public figure like McGregor to civil court:
“I just want to commend Nikita [Hand] for her bravery, for her determination and the leadership that she has shown in what has been – I’ve no doubt – a very, very difficult time for her and indeed, for her family.”
RTE News’ X post featuring a headline about McEntee’s praise caught the attention of ‘The Notorious’, who clearly wasn’t too pleased. McGregor reposted it to his X account and blasted the Minister of Justice for celebrating Hand and mentioned that none of the accusations were true:
“Falsely accused a man of r*pe and lost.”
Check out Conor McGregor‘s post below:
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Conor McGregor continued social media tirade following civil court ruling
In addition to slamming the Minister of Justice, Conor McGregor continued his social media tirade following the civil court ruling and once again pleaded his innocence.
McGregor took to his X account and criticized the Irish Independent for their post regarding justice being served for Nikita Hand, which reported that the UFC champion was liable for nearly $250,000 in damages.
“Justice was served for James Lawrence, yes! Deplorable what they done. Nikita Hand, vicious liar! Appeal!”
Conor McGregor’s Rant Left His Fans Divided
McGregor’s post caused fans to take to the comment section to share their thoughts on the outcome of the case and his remarks.
A fan wrote, “Even if you didn’t assault her, you shouldn’t have been in that situation to begin with. Need your discipline back, champ.”
Another user penned, “Damn that’s a lot of words to say nothing, you seem nervous usually when people see the need to over-explain themselves they have a guilty conscience or they are high on coke just babbling incoherently. Your Wife’s face says it ALL! You disgraced her.”
One user wrote, “It’s a political hit piece from your enemies as you have said you’re gonna run for high office. Smear campaign. Everyone can see it for what it is. Head held high.”
“It’s left to see where this all ends. I’d have just preferred you stayed out of trouble and keep your focus,” another user shared.
Conor McGregor’s Accuser Has Spoken Out About Her Win
According to the Mirror, Hand said that she has been “overwhelmed by the support I have received” after emerging victorious against the fighter.
She also spoke about how she hoped to use her ordeal to encourage others in a High Court civil case.
Hand said, “I am overwhelmed by the support I have received from everybody. I want to thank my legal team and my three barristers, they have been amazing rom start to finish.”
“I want to thank the justice, the jury, and all the witnesses,” she continued. “I want to thank the doctors, nurses, and everyone at the sexual assault unit at the Rotunda assault unit, especially my own doctor. I want to thank the rape advice center, I want to thank all the guards, and the ambulance crew. I want to thank the men and women who have supported me throughout this trial.”
“For every person who reached out to me, a card, email, everything, it has not gone unnoticed. Thank you. I really appreciate it so much,” Hand noted.
She Wants Her Story To Be A Reminder To Women That They Have A ‘Voice’
After thanking her loved ones, particularly her partner, daughter, and mother, for their support, Hand emphasized the importance of her story, sharing her hope that it would inspire other women.
She said, “To all the victims of sexual assault, I hope my story is a reminder you have a voice and to keep on fighting for justice. I know this has impacted my life, my daughter’s, my family, and friends tremendously and is something I will never forget for the rest of my life.”
“But now that justice has been served I can now try and move on and look forward to the future with my family, friends, and daughter,” Hand concluded her statement.
