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Accused brought to A&E after saying "he had to kill" stepdad, trial hears
Summary
In a Dublin murder trial, Adam Nolan, aged 21, pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity for stabbing Bryan Cassidy, 52, to death on 7 February 2018. The prosecution argued that Nolan, who had previously been taken to A&E after claiming he had to kill his stepfather, was diagnosed with drug‑induced psychosis and later schizophrenia. Nolan had a history of illicit drug use, including cannabis from age 15, and had been treated for drug misuse. He was found at the scene, covered in blood, and behaved erratically, claiming voices told him to kill the deceased. A forensic psychiatrist testified that Nolan was genetically vulnerable to schizophrenia and that his delusions prevented him from understanding the wrongfulness of his act. The case is before Justice Eileen Creedon and a jury of twelve.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Accused brought to A&E after saying "he had to kill" stepdad, trial hears. Charges or matters: murder; murdering Bryan Cassidy (52) on February 7, 2018 at the same address. Procedural stage: finding. Findings: Not guilty by reason of insanity
When:
- February 7, 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2019-05-30 Publication
Why: Mr Gillane explained that both men were in the Nolan family home on the evening in question, while the accused man's mother was babysitting elsewhere. CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Bryan Cassidy (52) on February 7, 2018 at the same address; murder (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Finding: Not guilty by reason of insanity
Outcome: Not guilty by reason of insanity
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
- took him to the garda station
- Central Mental Hospital
Topics
Drugs Stage Finding Violent Crime
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