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Jury due to begin deliberating in trial of woman accused of murdering her partner
Summary
The jury will begin deliberations today in the trial of 42‑year‑old Paula Farrell of Rathmullen Park, Drogheda, who is charged with murdering her partner, 30‑year‑old Wayne McQuillan, at her home on 1 January 2014. Farrell pleaded not guilty three weeks ago at the Central Criminal Court. Judge Patrick McCarthy explained the possible verdicts—acquittal, murder, manslaughter, or diminished responsibility—and that the jury may take as long as needed, with deliberations starting after lunch once the issue paper is received.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Jury due to begin deliberating in trial of woman accused of murdering her partner. Charges or matters: murdering Wayne McQuillan (30) at her home on January 1, 2014; murdering Mr McQuillan. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- January 1, 2014 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2015-07-16 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Wayne McQuillan (30) at her home on January 1, 2014; murdering Mr McQuillan (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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