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Wexford murder trial adjourned
Summary
Michael Furlong, 36, of Meadowfield, Enniscorthy, pleaded not guilty to the murder of Patrick Connors, 37, which occurred between 28 and 29 April 2011 at Carriage Túr apartments. Mr Justice Barry White adjourned the trial, citing the prosecution's inability to cross‑examine pathologist Dr Declan Gilsenan until clarification with Deputy State Pathologist Dr Khalid Jabbar. The case will resume before an eight‑man, four‑woman jury on Monday.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Wexford murder trial adjourned. 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 Adjournment
- April 29, 2011 Adjournment
- 2013-11-15 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: the murder of Patrick Connors (37) between April 28 and April 29, 2011 at apartments known as Carriage Túr in Enniscorthy (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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