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'I'm actually so in fear of my life right now': murder trial hears teen's 999 call

Summary

In a murder trial, the jury heard a 999 call from 17‑year‑old Dean Kerrie, who said he stabbed fisherman Jack Power "by accident" after Power entered his home. Kerrie claimed he feared for his life and that Power had come in the front door. The call, recorded at 3.44 am, included Kerrie's description of the incident, the knife used, and his statement that he did not intend to kill. The prosecution also played a call from Kerrie's mother, Ann Fitzgerald, reporting broken windows. Evidence presented included forensic findings of blood on a wooden chair leg, a rock on a couch, and a black knife with a palm mark. The trial, presided over by Ms Justice Eileen Creedon, continues with a jury of eight men and four women. The case remains at the hearing stage. Dean Kerrie pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: 'I'm actually so in fear of my life right now': murder trial hears teen's 999 call. Charges or matters: murdering Jack Power (25) at Shanakiel, Dunmore East, Co Waterford on July 26, 2018. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• July 26, 2018 Incident
• July 27 Incident
• 2022-02-09 Publication

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Stage Trial Violent Crime

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