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'Rather sad' no one to speak on behalf of man killed in his own home, judge notes

Summary

At the Central Criminal Court, Noel Lennon, 49, of Dundrum, Dublin, appeared regarding the alleged murder of Isaac Horgan, who died after being stabbed in the leg at his home in Markievicz House, Townsend Street, Dublin 2, on March 29, 2021. Lennon pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter, a plea accepted by the State. He is also charged with impeding his own apprehension at Spring Garden Lane, Dublin 2, on the same date. Counsel for Lennon stated that a psychiatric report was pending, preventing the case from proceeding. Mr Justice Hunt noted it was "rather sad" that no family members were present to make a victim impact statement, though he confirmed the opportunity remained. Lennon was remanded in custody until April 17. Co-accused Lisa Lee, 41, of Little Britain Street, Dublin 7, is charged with impeding Lennon's apprehension. Her counsel noted she had missed a probation service call. Mr Justice Hunt directed Lee to continue signing on and contact the probation service, warning she could face a custodial sentence. He granted her bail, describing it as a "last chance saloon," and emphasized that any misconduct or failure to sign on would result in severe consequences. The matter was adjourned to April 17.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: 'Rather sad' no one to speak on behalf of man killed in his own home, judge notes. Charges or matters: the murder of Isaac Horgan, who died after being stabbed in the leg at his home in Markievicz House, Townsend Street, Dublin 2, on March 29, 2021; murder but guilty to manslaughter and the State accepted this plea; impeding the apprehension of Lennon at Spring Garden Lane, Dublin 2, on March 29, 2021. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• March 29, 2021 Adjournment
• April 17 Adjournment
• 2023-01-30 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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