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Coronavirus: jury wish to continue serving in woman's murder trial

Summary

In March 2020, Mr Justice Paul McDermott called the 11 jurors of Paula Farrell's murder trial to the Central Criminal Court, noting that the 12th juror was absent due to a head‑cold. He explained that three witnesses had not yet testified and asked the jurors whether they wished to continue. The jury agreed to proceed, and the judge thanked them for serving under difficult circumstances. The trial will continue without the missing juror, with the jury expected to retire for a verdict next Tuesday. Ms Farrell, 47, of Drogheda, pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter for the unlawful killing of Wayne 'Quilly' McQuillan, 30, on New Year's Day 2014. She admitted stabbing him four times, though she only remembered two. The trial continues tomorrow.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Coronavirus: jury wish to continue serving in woman's murder trial. Charges or matters: murder but guilty to manslaughter for the unlawful killing of Wayne 'Quilly' McQuillan (30) at Ms Farrell's home on New Year's Day 2014. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• December 31, 2013 Other
• New Year's Day 2014 Incident
• New Year Other
• 2020-03-18 Publication

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Stage Trial Violent Crime

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