Brian Veale found guilty of murdering Cork inmate

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Brian Veale was found guilty of murdering fellow inmate Graham Johnson at the Central Criminal Court on 26 October 2016. The murder took place in the kitchen of Cork Prison in Cork City after an argument over television channels.

The jury reached a unanimous verdict after deliberating for one hour and 56 minutes. Veale had pleaded not guilty to murdering Johnson, who died from a single stab wound to the chest.

Sentencing was adjourned until 7 November, and Veale was remanded in custody until then. A victim impact statement was due to be presented to the court.