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Garda denies fabricating evidence against murder accused

Summary

At the Central Criminal Court in Dublin, a garda inspector has denied allegations that he fabricated evidence against a Sligo man charged with murder. Inspector Patrick Harney testified that Keith Brady, aged 32, of Cartron Estate, made certain statements upon being charged with the death of Martin Kivlehan on 2 or 3 August 2015 at New Apartments, Holborn Street, Sligo. The defence barrister, Kenneth Fogarty SC, contended that a particular statement attributed to Mr Brady was not included in the inspector's written account, and suggested the omission was designed to present his client unfavourably. Inspector Harney stated the remark appeared in his notebook and was recorded at the time. Mr Justice Alex Owens cautioned the defence counsel on proper procedure when making such allegations. Mr Brady has pleaded guilty to manslaughter but denies murder. The trial before Mr Justice Owens and jury continues. Keith Brady pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Garda denies fabricating evidence against murder accused. Charges or matters: murdering Martin 'Matt' Kivlehan on August 2 or 3rd, 2015 at Mr Kivlehan's home at New Apartments, Holborn St, Sligo; murder but guilty to manslaughter. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• August 2 Incident
• August 3, 2015 Incident
• August 5, 2015 Other
• August 4, 2015 Other
• 2019-11-12 Publication

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Stage Trial Violent Crime

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