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Juror ill in Kenneth O'Brien murder trial
Summary
The trial of 50‑year‑old Paul Wells Senior, charged with the murder of 33‑year‑old Kenneth O'Brien, was adjourned after a juror became ill. Wells, of Barnamore Park, Finglas, admitted shooting O'Brien and dismembering his body but pleaded not guilty to the murder. The case, heard before Mr Justice Paul McDermott, had begun last week with a jury of twelve. One juror was discharged after recognizing a person mentioned in evidence, and the judge deemed it unrealistic for her to return the next day, so the court was adjourned to Monday.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Juror ill in Kenneth O'Brien murder trial. Charges or matters: murdering the 33-year-old at his home in Barnamore Park on 15th or 16th January, 2016. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- 16th January Hearing Or Sentence
- 2018-10-18 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering the 33-year-old at his home in Barnamore Park on 15th or 16th January, 2016 (Alleged Or Contested)
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
- Barnamore Park
- Barnamore Park
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