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Murder trial jury given shotgun used in killing
Summary
In a Dublin murder trial, the jury was supplied with the shotgun used by the defendant, Seán Ducque, to kill 33‑year‑old Kieran Farrelly in 2014. Ducque, who has no fixed abode, pleaded not guilty but admitted firing two shots that killed Farrelly. The jurors requested the weapon during deliberations and received it before resuming at lunchtime. Prosecutor Dominic McGinn noted the Gardaí had asked for the firearm to be returned to avoid it being left unattended, a request the judge accepted.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Murder trial jury given shotgun used in killing. Charges or matters: murdering Kieran Farrelly on 26th October 2014 at Killarney Court, Killarney Street in the city. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- 26th October 2014 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2017-06-28 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: murdering Kieran Farrelly on 26th October 2014 at Killarney Court, Killarney Street in the city (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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