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Trial of retired member of defence forces accused of murdering woman adjourned
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:
- February 13, 2011 Adjournment
- 2015-07-15 Publication
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
Defendant
Charges: murdering Marie Greene in Westmeath on February 13, 2011 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Millbrook Avenue
- Athlone
- Central Criminal Court
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