Identity of convicted rapist revealed as suppression order lifts

The identity of convicted rapist Tom Silvagni can finally be revealed following the lifting of a suppression order on Thursday afternoon.

Silvagni was found guilty of two counts of rape in the County Court last week following a 10-day trial.

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He is the brother of the current AFL player Jack and the son of high-profile parents Jo and Stephen.

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