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Prosecution tells murder trial jury it is "inescapable" that the accused participated in death
Summary
In a murder trial held in Dublin, the State's counsel, Mr Conor Devally SC, argued that it was "inescapable" that Keith O'Neill, aged 39, participated in the killing of John Wilson, aged 35, on 28 September 2012 at Wilson's home on Cloverhill Road, Ballyfermot. Devally described the shooting as a brutal event, citing CCTV footage, bullet residue on a gun found in a smouldering car near Cherry Orchard, and the presence of a distinctive t‑shirt worn by O'Neill at the time. He also referenced post‑incident evidence, including O'Neill's purchase of new clothing at JD Sports and the disposal of items that contained gunshot residue. Defending counsel, Mr Anthony Sammon SC, countered that there was no motive, no link between O'Neill and the Ruger gun, and raised concerns about contamination of forensic evidence. The trial was set to continue before Mr Justice Tony Hunt and a jury of five women and seven men. Keith O'Neill pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Prosecution tells murder trial jury it is "inescapable" that the accused participated in death. Charges or matters: murdering John Wilson (35) on September 28th, 2012 at his home on Cloverhill Road, Ballyfermot Dublin 10. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- September 28th, 2012 Hearing Or Sentence
- September 28th Other
- 2015-05-18 Publication
Why: " "After the killing, (the accused) is easy to follow because there are kids trotting around beside him. CNI source report
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: murdering John Wilson (35) on September 28th, 2012 at his home on Cloverhill Road, Ballyfermot Dublin 10 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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