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Judge orders restriction on reporting evidence in Kriegel trial

Summary

In a trial at the Central Criminal Court, two fourteen‑year‑old boys are charged with murdering Kildare schoolgirl Anastasia Kriegel and, for one, with aggravated sexual assault. Both pleaded not guilty. Judge Paul McDermott, presiding over the case, ordered that no media reporting of evidence be allowed until the trial concludes. He reminded the jury that they must base their verdict solely on what they hear in court, ignoring any external coverage. The judge also announced that the restriction on reporting would remain in force until the trial ends or a further order is made. The proceedings continue with Mr Justice McDermott and a jury of eight men and four women. The accused cannot be named due to their minor status. The trial is ongoing.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Judge orders restriction on reporting evidence in Kriegel trial. Charges or matters: that count. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• 14th May Incident
• 2019-05-03 Publication

Why: The accused, who are both 14, cannot be named because they are minors. CNI source report

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Topics

Stage Trial Violent Crime

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