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Love triangle murder trial jury ask for evidence to be re-read
Summary
During the trial of 40‑year‑old Keith Connorton for the murder of Graham McKeever, a jury asked Judge Tony Hunt to re‑read the evidence of Deputy State Pathologist Dr Linda Mulligan and the original Garda statements of key witness Claire McGrath. The case involved a love triangle in which Connorton, who had lived with McGrath for about three years, allegedly invited McKeever to stay after an argument. A fight ensued, resulting in McKeever's death by a knife wound that pierced his heart. Judge Hunt read the evidence, and the jury resumed deliberations. Keith Connorton pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Love triangle murder trial jury ask for evidence to be re-read. Charges or matters: the murder of Graham McKeever at the accused's home at Deerpark Avenue, Tallaght on February 18, 2017. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- February 18, 2017 Other
- 2018-12-21 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: the murder of Graham McKeever at the accused's home at Deerpark Avenue, Tallaght on February 18, 2017 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Deerpark Avenue
Topics
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