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Deceased was looking for 'straightener' with murder accused, prosecution tell jury

Date
2023-06-27

Stage
Trial

Primary locality
Dublin

County
Dublin

Summary

In a Dublin suburb, 35‑year‑old Andrew Lacey was accused of stabbing 31‑year‑old Derek Reddin to death on 14 or 15 October 2019. Lacey claimed he was there for a "straightener" and a fight, not by coincidence, and that a history of animosity existed between their associates. He said he was attacked by two men, one of whom he identified as Reddin, and that he used a work knife to defend himself. The prosecution argued that Lacey used more force than reasonably necessary. Evidence to be presented includes a 45‑second call to emergency services, CCTV footage, forensic blood and DNA on a knife, and a short video taken by a friend's phone. The trial is before Justice Mary Ellen Ring and a jury of eight men and four women. The case remains at the opening stage, with no verdict yet. Andrew Lacey pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Deceased was looking for 'straightener' with murder accused, prosecution tell jury. Charges or matters: the murder of Derek Reddin (31) at Loughlinstown Drive on a date unknown between October 14 and October 15, 2019, both dates inclusive. Procedural stage: trial

When:

October 14 Other
October 15, 2019 Other
October 14, 2019 Other
2023-06-27 Publication

Why: Ms Lacey explained that he was there for a "fight" and was "not there by coincidence". CNI source report

Case subjects

Andrew Lacey

Accused

Charges: the murder of Derek Reddin (31) at Loughlinstown Drive on a date unknown between October 14 and October 15, 2019, both dates inclusive (Alleged Or Contested)

Plea: Not guilty