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Reduced panel juror taken ill in Bray Boxing Club murder trial
Summary
In the Bray Boxing Club murder trial, a juror from Dublin's East Wall area, Gerard Cervi, fell ill and could not attend court. The trial concerns a man who, on 5 June 2018, allegedly shot and killed 50‑year‑old Bobby Messett at Bray Boxing Club, and also allegedly attempted to murder boxing trainer Peter Taylor and Ian Britton on the same day. The defendant pleaded not guilty to all charges. The trial, originally scheduled to finish in August, was extended to September, prompting two jurors to request discharge. The remaining ten jurors agreed to continue until 22 October. On the day of the hearing, nine jurors were present; Justice Michael White expressed regret over the illness, wished a swift recovery, and adjourned the trial until the following Monday, when he expected an update on the juror's condition.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Reduced panel juror taken ill in Bray Boxing Club murder trial. Charges or matters: murdering Bobby Messett (50) at Bray Boxing Club, Bray Harbour, Bray, Co Wicklow on June 5, 2018. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- June 5, 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
- October 22 Adjournment
- 2021-09-02 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Bobby Messett (50) at Bray Boxing Club, Bray Harbour, Bray, Co Wicklow on June 5, 2018 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Outcome: Today nine members of the jury arrived in court and Mr Justice Michael White told them he is "sorry to hear about the illness to one of your number." He said he hopes the juror makes a good recovery and adjourned the trial until next Monday when he expects the court to have more information on the juror's condition.
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