Nikita Ní Laimhín (also known as Nikita Hand) has been providing evidence in her civil lawsuit against MMA fighter Conor McGregor, claiming he raped her at a hotel in Dublin in 2018, while McGregor denies the allegation.
Per the evidence, Conor McGregor picked up Nikita Ní Laimhín, a hairdresser from Dublin, and her friend after a Christmas party on December 8, 2018.
Highlights
- Nikita Hand, 35, explained that she became a hairdresser at 14 and worked in various salons, specializing as a colorist.
- Nikita Hand added that while they didn’t have a close relationship growing up, she would have recognized Conor McGregor and said hello if they crossed paths.
- Dr. Keane described multiple injuries on the complainant’s (Nikita Hand) body, including an abrasion on the right side of her jawline and neck.
Ní Laimhín’s lawyer, John Gordon, acknowledged she had been drinking and using cocaine that night and had a history of depression.
After partying at her salon, she and her friends were driven by McGregor to a penthouse suite at the Beacon Hotel, where they continued drinking and socializing.
Gordon told the court that McGregor later invited Ní Laimhín into a bedroom, where he allegedly became forceful despite her objections.
She claimed he pinned her down, causing injuries to her wrists and chest. Gordon described how McGregor allegedly continued to overpower her, leaving her terrified.
After the incident, Ní Laimhín went home and later sought medical help.
A doctor from the Rotunda Hospital, Dr. Daniel Keane, testified that Ní Laimhín was visibly upset and in significant pain when she arrived at the hospital.
Nikita Hand Details Her Journey To Becoming A Hairdresser And Colorist At 14
Nikita Ní Laimhín, who prefers to be called Nikita Hand, took the witness stand.
She confirmed she grew up in Drimnagh and had a young daughter.
TW: The allegation of rape against Conor McGregor from 2018 isn't surprising, but the details of the assault are horrific. He put her through absolute hell.
— Paul Dawkins (pdawkins.bsky.social) (@Paul__Dawkins) November 5, 2024
Solidarity with Nikita Hand. Any of McGregor's MMA fanboys handwaving this away can burn in hell. https://t.co/OuLguiD1JL
Nikita Hand, 35, explained that she became a hairdresser at 14 and worked in various salons, specializing as a colorist.
When asked about her connection to Conor McGregor, she acknowledged that she knew him.
McGregor was friends with her cousin, and she was familiar with his friends.
She added that while they didn’t have a close relationship growing up, she would have recognized him and said hello if they crossed paths.
Doctor Testifies About Removing ‘Wedged’ Tampon From Nikita Hand During Examination
People were outraged, with many calling for McGregor to be imprisoned.
He needs to go to jail for a long time. And he needs to compensate his victim. The man is a violent thug
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Dr. Daniel Keane, the first witness, testified that he opened a sexual assault examination kit to collect DNA samples in the presence of a Garda.
Just read about Nikita Hand. Feel massive compassion for her and it must be horrible having so many details spoken about in court. She’s very brave for reporting Conor McGregor. Best to her. Hope she wins.
— Adam (@AdzWhitcombe) November 5, 2024
Dr. Keane described multiple injuries on the complainant’s (Nikita Hand) body, including an abrasion on the right side of her jawline and neck, as well as bruises on her right arm, fingers, knuckles, left arm, and upper back.
He noted two bruises on her right buttock and three on her left, which appeared to be consistent with handprints and were purple. There was also a bruise on her right breast.
Dr. Keane mentioned a 9cm-long scratch or abrasion on her breast and four purple bruises on the top of her right leg.
He also observed two bruises on her lower leg near the kneecap and another bruise on the side of her lower leg. Three more separate bruises were found toward the center of her lower body.
Dr Kane says Nikita told him:
“I was out yesterday with my friend I was at a hotel I can’t remember where it was. The night was very blurry. I was in the room. That’s where it all happened. He had me by the neck. He stopped me from breathing a few times. I thought he was going to kill me.”
Nikita Hand
The horrifying details include how Dr. Kane found a tampon “wedged at the very top” and made the decision to remove it using forceps during the examination.
Additional Information
- Despite being in a long-term relationship with him, Conor McGregor’s fiancée, Dee Devlin, is not married to the MMA star.
- Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin have four children: their son Conor Jr., born in 2017; daughter Croía, born in 2019; and sons Rían, born in 2021; and Mack, born in 2023.
- The Irish professional fighter has amassed a net worth of approximately $200 million due to his successful careers in mixed martial arts (MMA), boxing, and lucrative business ventures.
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