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Killing of musician "a moment of madness", murder accused told gardai

Summary

A man charged with murder in connection with the death of a Sligo musician has told gardaí that the killing was "a moment of madness" following drug use. Keith Brady, aged 31, of Cartron Estate in Sligo town, denies murdering Martin Kivlehan, aged 59, at The New Apartments on Holborn Street between 2nd and 3rd August 2015. He has pleaded guilty to manslaughter. At the Central Criminal Court, a jury viewed video recordings of garda interviews in which Brady expressed remorse, stating he would give his life for the deceased if he could. He told gardaí he was not a violent person and apologised to the victim's family. Brady has indicated he believed the deceased had acted inappropriately towards his sister. The trial, now in its sixth day, continues. Cartron Estate pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Killing of musician "a moment of madness", murder accused told gardai. Charges or matters: murdering Martin Kivlehan on a date unknown between 2nd August and 3rd August 2015 in Mr Kivlehan's home; murdering the 59-year-old, but guilty to his manslaughter at The New Apartments on Holborn Street. "I'm really not a bad person. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• 2nd August Hearing Or Sentence
• 3rd August 2015 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2018-11-27 Publication

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Topics

Drugs Stage Trial Violent Crime

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