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Attempted murder trial adjourned after defence barrister falls ill
Summary
The trial of a 35‑year‑old woman, Laura Kenna, charged with attempting to murder a woman on Drumcondra Road Lower on 3 January, was adjourned by Mr Justice Michael White after the defence barrister fell ill with a severe viral condition. Kenna, who has no fixed abode and is being held at the Central Mental Hospital, will receive a new trial date on Monday.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Attempted murder trial adjourned after defence barrister falls ill. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial
When:
- January 3 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2018-07-26 Publication
Why: The trial of a 35-year-old woman charged with attempted murder was adjourned today because the defence barrister was struck down with a viral illness. Defence account reported by CNI
Case subjects
Accused
Outcome: The trial of a 35-year-old woman charged with attempted murder was adjourned today because the defence barrister was struck down with a viral illness.
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
- Drumcondra Road
- Central Mental Hospital
Topics
Stage Charge Or Pretrial Violent Crime
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