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Jury in Graham Dwyer trial shown videos of man stabbing women

Summary

In the Graham Dwyer murder trial, the jury was shown a series of videos on the 33rd day of proceedings. The State presented footage that allegedly depicts a man stabbing women during sex, with blood visible in some clips. The jurors also viewed a self‑made video of Dwyer stabbing himself and another in which he discusses using chloroform on himself. Prior to viewing, the jurors received a warning about the graphic nature of the evidence. Dwyer, aged 42, is charged with the murder of 36‑year‑old childcare worker Elaine O'Hara, who was last seen in Shanganagh on 22 August 2012 and whose skeletal remains were found at Killakee in September 2013. The trial is proceeding before Justice Tony Hunt and a jury of five women and seven men. The State alleges the stabbing was for sexual gratification. The case continues.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Jury in Graham Dwyer trial shown videos of man stabbing women. Charges or matters: murdering Dubliner Elaine O'Hara at Killakee, Rathfarnham, Dublin on 22nd August 2012; murdering the 36-year-old childcare worker on that date. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• 22nd August 2012 Hearing Or Sentence
• August 22nd 2012 Hearing Or Sentence
• September 13th Hearing Or Sentence
• 2015-03-09 Publication

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Stage Trial Violent Crime

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