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Chrissie Treacy's 'beloved' dog disappeared from locked house, witness tells farm murder trial
Summary
In the trial of Michael Scott for the murder of Chrissie Treacy, care workers and witnesses described a tense environment at Treacy's home in Portumna. Susan Keane, a care worker, reported that she had raised concerns about Treacy's welfare due to disputes over land with Scott, and that she had left her duties because the setting was "draining." She also noted that Treacy's beloved dog, Bradley, vanished after the house doors were locked, an event that caused Treacy great distress. Other witnesses, including Caitriona Starr, described ongoing arguments between Scott and Treacy, restrictions on access to the farm's shed, and Treacy's fear of going outside. The prosecution alleges that Scott deliberately ran over Treacy, while the defence maintains it was a tragic accident. The case is being heard by Ms Justice Caroline Biggs with a jury. Michael Scott pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Chrissie Treacy's 'beloved' dog disappeared from locked house, witness tells farm murder trial. Charges or matters: her murder on April 27, 2018 outside her home in Derryhiney, Portumna. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- April 27, 2018 Other
- February 23, 2018 Other
- March 23, 2018 Incident
- February 17 Other
- February 25 Other
- 2023-02-17 Publication
Why: Susan Keane told Mr Scott's trial that after telling her coordinator of her concerns she sent an email to her employers telling them that she would have to move on from her duties at Ms Treacy's home because it was inconvenient, she no longer wanted to be in that environment, and she found it "draining". CNI source report
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: her murder on April 27, 2018 outside her home in Derryhiney, Portumna (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
- Good road
Topics
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