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Murder accused gives evidence in his defence after prosecution closes its case

Summary

In a murder trial at the Central Criminal Court, 39‑year‑old Jooda Akanbi pleaded not guilty to the killing of 45‑year‑old Taiwo Jamani on 10 October 2013 on Main Street, Swords. The prosecution closed its case after the defence presented evidence that the fatal blow was delivered in self‑defence. Akanbi testified that he had been threatened by Jamani, who had allegedly tried to coerce him into fraud and had threatened to involve the Gardaí. Akanbi claimed he struck Jamani with a baseball bat after being punched and that the death was caused by the accused's actions. The judge struck the second count of serious harm from the issue paper, stating the death was caused by the accused's own actions. No conviction or sentencing was reported in the article.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Murder accused gives evidence in his defence after prosecution closes its case. Charges or matters: murder; murdering 45-year-old Taiwo Jamani on November 13th, 2013, the date of his death in Beaumont Hospital; both charges. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• October 10th, 2013 Hearing Or Sentence
• November 13th, 2013 Other
• 2015-04-21 Publication

Why: He said he took the advice because he didn't want a confrontation. CNI source report

Case subjects

Places mentioned

Topics

Fraud Stage Trial Violent Crime

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