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Fisherman who entered teen's home died of 'catastrophic' blood loss, pathologist tells trial

Summary

In a Waterford murder trial, the Central Criminal Court heard that Jack Power, 25, died from a 13‑centimetre stab wound to his chest, inflicted by Dean Kerrie, 21, when Power entered Kerrie's house in Shanakiel, Dunmore East, on 26 July 2018. Former Deputy State Pathologist Dr Michael Curtis testified that the knife entered between the third and fourth ribs, pierced the heart and two ribs, and caused a massive haemothorax, with about 3.5 litres of blood pooled in Power's chest cavity. CPR and chest drains were attempted but failed. Power's blood alcohol level was 187 mg per 100 ml, three times the driving limit, and there was evidence of recent cocaine use. Dr Curtis concluded the cause of death was the single stab wound; blunt‑force trauma to the head was not contributory. The trial continues before Mr Justice Paul McDermott and a jury. Dean Kerrie pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Fisherman who entered teen's home died of 'catastrophic' blood loss, pathologist tells trial. Charges or matters: murdering Mr Power (25) at the house when he was 17. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• July 26, 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
• July 26 Other
• 2022-07-04 Publication

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Topics

Drugs Stage Trial Violent Crime

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