Age of Somali national accused of murdering Ukrainian teenager remains unresolved

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A Somali national accused of murdering Ukrainian teenager Vadym Davydenko appeared before the Central Criminal Court on Wednesday, with his identity withheld because the case is proceeding on the basis that he is a minor. Justice Paul McDermott heard that Tusla was still assessing whether the accused is legally a juvenile. The case was adjourned to a later date in March to allow that process to continue. The proceedings were reported on March 19, 2026.