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Monkstown man denies attempted murder
Summary
Tadhg Costello, 18, of Richmond Hill, Monkstown, has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, assault causing harm and possession of a knife in relation to an incident on 31 May 2012 at Johnson's Court, Dublin. A jury of eight women and four men was sworn in for a trial set to begin Thursday, expected to last up to seven days.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Monkstown man denies attempted murder. Charges or matters: the attempted murder of Josh Leahy (18) at Johnson's Court in Dublin city on May 31, 2012; assault causing harm to Mr Leahy and possession of a knife on the same date. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- May 31, 2012 Incident
- 2013-11-18 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: the attempted murder of Josh Leahy (18) at Johnson's Court in Dublin city on May 31, 2012; assault causing harm to Mr Leahy and possession of a knife on the same date (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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