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Pre-trial hearing in case of man accused of 1981 murder
Summary
A pre‑trial hearing has started in the case of Noel Long, a 74‑year‑old man accused of murdering 54‑year‑old Nora Sheehan in 1981. The hearing, expected to last three weeks, is before Mr Justice Paul McDermott at the Central Criminal Court in Dublin. Brendan Grehan, senior counsel, leads the prosecution, while Michael Delaney SC heads the defence. Sheehan's body was discovered by forestry workers at The Viewing Point, Shippool Woods, Cork, six days after she was reported missing. A jury will be sworn in after the pre‑trial hearing concludes.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Pre-trial hearing in case of man accused of 1981 murder. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- June 6 Other
- June 12, 1981 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2023-06-09 Publication
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