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Michael Scott trial: what the jury didn't hear

Summary

During Michael Scott's trial, the jury was not presented with evidence that Chrissie Treacy claimed Michael Scott was responsible for her dog Bradley's disappearance. In a pre‑trial hearing, prosecution counsel Dean Kelly SC informed the court that after Bradley vanished in February 2018, Treacy told the community that Scott had caused the dog's departure or death. The trial noted Bradley was a Jack Russell beloved by Treacy, who was deeply upset and required medication. Treacy had also told friend Regina Donohue that Scott asked her what it would be worth to recover the dog, a statement the judge ruled inadmissible as hearsay. Treacy had previously confided in consultant Declan McHugh that she feared for her life and the dog. The judge allowed witnesses to describe Treacy's demeanor but barred them from repeating her statements. On the first day of testimony, Donohue was insulted by Scott, who called her a "c**t" as she walked past him.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Michael Scott trial: what the jury didn't hear. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• February 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2023-03-30 Publication

Why: " Ms Donohue was not allowed to tell the jury about the question because the trial judge ruled as inadmissible the hearsay statements of the deceased. CNI source report

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Stage Trial

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