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Defence witness disagrees with Deputy State Pathologist

Summary

In the trial of Michael Furlong, accused of murdering Patrick Connors in Enniscorthy, a pathologist testified that Connors' jaw fractures were caused by a fall down the stairs, not a punch. Furlong's defence, led by Mr. Michael Delaney SC, presented Dr. Declan Gilsenan, who argued that scalp wounds did not cause death and that hypothermia, intoxication, and drug use were contributing factors. Gilsenan disputed the prosecution's view that the jaw fractures resulted from a blow, suggesting instead that they were consistent with impact from a rigid surface during a fall. He also questioned the significance of a fractured tooth and the role of alcohol. The prosecution's evidence will be cross‑examined on Friday, and the trial continues. Michael Furlong pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Defence witness disagrees with Deputy State Pathologist. Charges or matters: the murder of Patrick Connors (37) between April 28 and April 29, 2011 at apartments known as Carriage Túr in Enniscorthy. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• April 28 Hearing Or Sentence
• April 29, 2011 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2013-11-14 Publication

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Drugs Stage Trial

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