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18-year-old recited Muslim prayer as he lay dying, witness tells trial

Summary

During a murder trial in Dublin, a witness testified that an 18‑year‑old named Azzam Raguragui was stabbed in Finsbury Park, Dundrum, on 10 May. The witness, who was with friends that day, described how the accused, a 17‑year‑old, had been part of a group that had a brief, non‑violent encounter with another group before a fight erupted. He said he saw the accused punch a friend, then chase Raguragui up a hill. The accused allegedly used a knife, possibly a flick knife, to stab Raguragui, who tried to kick him while lying on his back. The witness claimed the accused continued to threaten the group with the knife before fleeing. He also admitted to lying to Gardaí initially and later giving a true statement on 13 May. The trial is before Justice Paul McDermott with a jury of twelve. The unnamed 18-year-old pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: 18-year-old recited Muslim prayer as he lay dying, witness tells trial. Charges or matters: the murder of Azzam Raguragui (18) during a melee among teenagers in Finsbury Park in Dundrum on May 10 last year. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• May 10 Hearing Or Sentence
• May 13 Other
• 2020-09-02 Publication

Why: He also said that he was wearing gloves at the time because he has a "hand problem" whereby his hands get cold. CNI source report

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Stage Trial Violent Crime

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Read the original CNI report