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Trial of woman accused of murdering her partner continues in legal argument
Summary
The Central Criminal Court continues the trial of 42‑year‑old Paula Farrell, who is accused of murdering her partner Wayne McQuillan, 30, on 1 January 2014 at her home in Rathmullen Park, Drogheda. Farrell pleaded not guilty. The trial, presided over by Mr Justice Patrick McCarthy, began evidence on Wednesday and is expected to last two and a half weeks.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Trial of woman accused of murdering her partner continues in legal argument. Charges or matters: murdering Wayne McQuillan (30) at her home on January 1, 2014; murdering Mr McQuillan. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial
When:
- January 1, 2014 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2015-06-25 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Wayne McQuillan (30) at her home on January 1, 2014; murdering Mr McQuillan (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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