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Closing speeches in staircase murder trial
Summary
In the murder trial of Renars Veigulis, the prosecution's closing speech was delivered by Vincent Heneghan SC. He reminded the jury that Veigulis, a 32‑year‑old from Old Bridge Street in Freshford, Co. Kilkenny, is presumed innocent unless found guilty. Heneghan highlighted forensic evidence that contradicted Veigulis's claim that Rita Apine, aged 29, fell down the stairs, and urged the jury to scrutinise the interviews he gave to the gardai after her death. The speech was addressed to a jury of seven men and five women before Justice Tara Burns. The unnamed accused pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Closing speeches in staircase murder trial. Charges or matters: murdering Rita Apine (29) at their home on or about May 14, 2017. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- May 14, 2017 Other
- 2018-11-26 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Rita Apine (29) at their home on or about May 14, 2017 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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