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"Monster" who savagely murdered former partner and terrorised her family is jailed for life
Summary
In a Dublin court, Vesel Jahiri, 35, was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Anna Finnegan, 25, who had fled to a women's refuge after enduring abuse. Jahiri also received a four‑year sentence for assaulting Anna's brother Karl. The trial highlighted Jahiri's violent conduct, including an assault on the prosecution lawyer, and his refusal to listen to the victim impact statement. Lisa Finnegan, Anna's sister, delivered a powerful statement about the terror her family endured and called for stronger legal protection for women in abusive relationships. The judge, Paul Coffey, noted the severity of the crime and the need for safety measures for victims. The sentencing underscored the court's commitment to holding perpetrators accountable for violent domestic abuse. Vesel Jahiri pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: "Monster" who savagely murdered former partner and terrorised her family is jailed for life. Charges or matters: murdering Anna Finnegan (25) at Allendale Glen, Clonsilla, Dublin 15 on September 21, 2012; assaulting Anna's brother Karl Finnegan, causing him harm, at the same place on the same date. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- September 21, 2012 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2017-05-08 Publication
Case subjects
Convicted Person
Charges: murdering Anna Finnegan (25) at Allendale Glen, Clonsilla, Dublin 15 on September 21, 2012; assaulting Anna's brother Karl Finnegan, causing him harm, at the same place on the same date (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Outcome: Vesel Jahiri was sentenced to life imprisonment for killing Anna Finnegan one month after the deceased had sought shelter in a women's refuge. Mr Marrinan added that Anna Finnegan later pointed at the accused as she lay dying in hospital and said: "He did it." Sentencing Jahiri to life, Mr Justice Paul Coffey also jailed him for four years for assaulting Karl Finnegan.
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
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