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Polish man goes on trial accused of Co Mayo murder
Summary
Matusz Batiuk, a 33-year-old man formerly residing in Carrabeg Estate, Swinford, Co Mayo, entered a not guilty plea at the Central Criminal Court on 20 March 2023 to the charge of murdering Michael McDonagh, aged 24. The alleged murder occurred at the housing estate in Swinford on 16 November 2020. Justice Mary Ellen Ring empanelled a jury of nine men and three women to hear the trial, which commenced that afternoon and was anticipated to conclude within two weeks. The court was informed that the majority of witnesses in the case originate from the Mayo region, with the deceased having connections to the Ballyhaunis and Knock areas. The accused has resided in Ireland since approximately 2006 or 2007.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Polish man goes on trial accused of Co Mayo murder. Charges or matters: murdering Michael McDonagh (24) at the housing estate in Swinford, Co Mayo on November 16 2020. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- November 16 2020 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2023-03-20 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Michael McDonagh (24) at the housing estate in Swinford, Co Mayo on November 16 2020 (Alleged Or Contested)
Places mentioned
- Carrabeg Estate
- Swinford
- Ballyhaunis
- Central Criminal Court
Topics
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