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Trial of retired member of defence forces accused of murdering woman adjourned

Date
2015-07-15
Stage
Trial
Primary locality
Athlone
County
Westmeath

Summary

The Central Criminal Court adjourned the trial of Jimmy Devaney, a 66‑year‑old retired defence forces member, who pleaded not guilty to the murder of Marie Greene in Westmeath on 13 February 2011. A jury of six men and six women was sworn in, but Justice Margaret Heneghan postponed the start because another trial was scheduled. The court set the trial to begin the following day and last about two weeks.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Trial of retired member of defence forces accused of murdering woman adjourned. Charges or matters: murdering Marie Greene in Westmeath on February 13, 2011. Procedural stage: trial

When:

Why: But Ms Justice Margaret Heneghan told the jury she was not in a position to start to trial because there is another trial at hearing. CNI source report

Case subjects

Jimmy Devaney

Defendant

Charges: murdering Marie Greene in Westmeath on February 13, 2011 (Alleged Or Contested)

Plea: Not guilty

Places mentioned

Residence
Court Venue
  • Central Criminal Court

Topics

Stage Trial Violent Crime

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