Teenager who killed 17-year-old will be sentenced as adult

A teenager who fatally stabbed a 17-year-old in Claremorris on 19 December 2015 will be sentenced as an adult when he returns to the Central Criminal Court in January 2018. The accused, who turns 18 this month, was convicted of manslaughter by jury at the court sitting in Castlebar in July following a not guilty verdict on murder. The victim, Dovydas Jenkas of Mount Street, Claremorris, died from a single stab wound. A consultant neurologist has prepared a report for sentencing, though the expert requires further consultation with colleagues before forming definitive conclusions on the defendant's prognosis and future condition. The defence has highlighted that the accused suffers from an epileptic-type condition involving frequent seizures and episodes of altered awareness. Justice Eileen Creedon noted both prosecution and defence were satisfied to proceed and adjourned sentencing to 16 January, requesting an updated probation report and medical documentation.