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Closing speeches in Dublin murder trial

Summary

In a Dublin murder trial, the judge began his charge against Wayne Kennedy, 34, who is accused of killing 26‑year‑old David Spain on 26 December 2013 and of recklessly causing serious harm to Sean Turner on the same day. Kennedy pleaded not guilty to both counts. Prosecutor Paddy McCarthy argued that Kennedy deliberately used a knife in a cold, calculated attack, citing a text message threatening Turner and the subsequent fight in which Turner was stabbed twice. He described the incident as an ambush rather than a spontaneous altercation. Defence counsel Remy Farrell countered, emphasizing self‑defence and the possibility that Kennedy was reacting to an anticipated confrontation. He highlighted the CCTV footage showing Kennedy moving backwards, suggesting he was not the aggressor. The judge was to continue his charge the following day.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Closing speeches in Dublin murder trial. Charges or matters: murdering David Spain on December 26th, 2013 at this address as well as intentionally or recklessly causing serious harm to Sean Turner on the same date; both counts. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• December 26th, 2013 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2015-07-30 Publication

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Stage Trial Violent Crime

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