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Man found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity is committed to Central Mental Hospital
Summary
Lateef Bello, 42, from Clonee, was found not guilty by reason of insanity for attempted murder of Adejoke Opesusi and other offences. He was committed to the Central Mental Hospital. Dr Helen O'Neill reported that Bello, diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, had limited insight into his illness and was non‑compliant with medication. She noted that his symptoms could lead to immediate harm and that treatment at the hospital was necessary. Mrs Elizabeth Bello confirmed that her husband's condition improves with medication. Judge Paul McDermott ruled that Bello should receive extensive treatment at the designated centre, citing the severity of his actions and the risk posed by his lack of insight. The court emphasized the need for psycho‑education and compliance to prevent further harm.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Man found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity is committed to Central Mental Hospital. Charges or matters: the attempted murder of Adejoke Opesusi at Littleplace by reason of insanity more than two years ago. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Not guilty by reason of insanity
When:
- March 12th Incident
- February 2012 Other
- 2015-03-25 Publication
Why: " "When because of the illness, there is a serious likelihood of a person causing immediate harm to himself or another person, reception, detention or treatment is likely to benefit the person. CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: the attempted murder of Adejoke Opesusi at Littleplace by reason of insanity more than two years ago (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Finding: Not guilty by reason of insanity
Outcome: Not guilty by reason of insanity; When asked about risk of violence (without medication) he said: 'I don't think I'd be anymore a risk'." "When because of the illness, there is a serious likelihood of a person causing immediate harm to himself or another person, reception, detention or treatment is likely to benefit the person.
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