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Woman killed in 'ferocious collision' on M50 died from 'catastrophic head injuries', trial hears

Date
2023-11-15
Stage
Trial
Primary locality
Kildare
County
Kildare

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court trial, the jury heard that the death of 39‑year‑old Jacqueline Griffin on the M50 on 24 January 2019 was caused by catastrophic head injuries after her vehicle was struck from the rear by a black car travelling at high speed. The accused, 57‑year‑old Gerry Daly of Kildare, pleaded not guilty to dangerous driving causing death. A doctor's report read at the hearing described the scene: a vehicle on its side, a decapitated head on the road, and a body in the rear. A post‑mortem confirmed the head injuries. Witnesses, including truck driver Joseph Dunne and passenger Judith Ryan, described the collision and Daly's hypoglycaemic episode. Daly was treated on scene for low blood sugar, given glucose, and taken to hospital. The case remains before Judge Elma Sheahan and a jury.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Woman killed in 'ferocious collision' on M50 died from 'catastrophic head injuries', trial hears. Charges or matters: dangerous driving causing the death of Jacqueline Griffin (39) at junction five of the M50 on January 24, 2019. Procedural stage: trial

When:

Why: She confirmed that she never returned to the driver because by the time she walked down to other motorists, she was some distance away from his car and the fire service arrived soon after, allowing them to take care of him. CNI source report

Case subjects

Gerry Daly

Defendant

Charges: dangerous driving causing the death of Jacqueline Griffin (39) at junction five of the M50 on January 24, 2019 (Alleged Or Contested)

Plea: Not guilty

Places mentioned

Court Venue
  • Dublin
  • Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
Residence
Facility
  • James Connolly Hospital

Topics

Road Traffic Stage Trial

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