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Ursula Shannon case concludes
Summary
The prosecution case has concluded in the non-jury trial of Ursula Shannon, John McGreal, and Colin Brady, who are charged with the possession of two handguns and 32 rounds of ammunition at Tullybeg, Rahan, Co Offaly, on November 27, 2012. The three defendants, aged 30, 37, and 24 respectively, each pleaded not guilty to these charges, as well as to the unlawful possession of a 9mm Taurus PT92 pistol, a 9mm Walther P5 pistol, a ZGJY stun gun, and additional 9mm ammunition. A fourth co-accused, John Troy, pleaded guilty to the unlawful possession of the same firearms and stun gun; he will be sentenced at a later date. Evidence presented indicated the accused were wearing wigs and disguises when intercepted by armed gardai outside a firearms dealer. The prosecution alleged the group intended to rob the shop, an accusation the accused did not challenge during cross-examination. Mr Justice Butler remanded McGreal and Shannon on continuing bail until February 12, when the case will be listed for judgement. Mr Justice Butler remanded Brady in custody with consent to bail until that date.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Ursula Shannon case concludes. Charges or matters: the possession of two handguns and 32 rounds of ammunition at Tullybeg, Rahan, Co Offaly on November 27th, 2012; the unlawful possession of one 9mm parabellum calibre Taurus PT92 semi-automatic pistol, one magazine suitable for use with the Taurus PT92 pistol, one 9mm parabellum calibre Walther P5 semi-automatic pistol and one ZGJY branded combined stun gun and flashlight; the possession of 25 rounds of 9mm ammunition and 7 rounds of 9mm ammunition. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- November 27th, 2012 Incident
- November 28, 2012 Hearing Or Sentence
- February 12 Adjournment
- 2014-01-31 Publication
Why: Mr Costelloe this morning told the court that the prosecution case had ended and because of the manner in which the trial was conducted, it did not require any further submissions. Prosecution account reported by CNI
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: the possession of two handguns and 32 rounds of ammunition at Tullybeg, Rahan, Co Offaly on November 27th, 2012; the unlawful possession of one 9mm parabellum calibre Taurus PT92 semi-automatic pistol, one magazine suitable for use with the Taurus PT92 pistol, one 9mm parabellum calibre Walther P5 semi-automatic pistol and one ZGJY branded combined stun gun and flashlight; the possession of 25 rounds of 9mm ammunition and 7 rounds of 9mm ammunition (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Outcome: He remanded Mr McGreal, who has an address at Thornchase, Palmer Road, Rush and Ms Shannon, of Inglewood Crescent, Clonsilla, on continuing bail until February 12, when the case will be listed for judgement.
Co Accused
Charges: the possession of two handguns and 32 rounds of ammunition at Tullybeg, Rahan, Co Offaly on November 27th, 2012; the unlawful possession of one 9mm parabellum calibre Taurus PT92 semi-automatic pistol, one magazine suitable for use with the Taurus PT92 pistol, one 9mm parabellum calibre Walther P5 semi-automatic pistol and one ZGJY branded combined stun gun and flashlight; the possession of 25 rounds of 9mm ammunition and 7 rounds of 9mm ammunition (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Outcome: He remanded Mr McGreal, who has an address at Thornchase, Palmer Road, Rush and Ms Shannon, of Inglewood Crescent, Clonsilla, on continuing bail until February 12, when the case will be listed for judgement.
Convicted Person
Charges: the unlawful possession of one 9mm parabellum calibre Taurus PT92 semi-automatic pistol, one magazine suitable for use with the Taurus PT92 pistol, one 9mm parabellum calibre Walther P5 semi-automatic pistol and one ZGJY branded combined stun gun and flashlight (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: He will be sentenced at a later date.; He remanded Mr McGreal, who has an address at Thornchase, Palmer Road, Rush and Ms Shannon, of Inglewood Crescent, Clonsilla, on continuing bail until February 12, when the case will be listed for judgement.
Accused
Charges: the possession of two handguns and 32 rounds of ammunition at Tullybeg, Rahan, Co Offaly on November 27th, 2012; the unlawful possession of one 9mm parabellum calibre Taurus PT92 semi-automatic pistol, one magazine suitable for use with the Taurus PT92 pistol, one 9mm parabellum calibre Walther P5 semi-automatic pistol and one ZGJY branded combined stun gun and flashlight; the possession of 25 rounds of 9mm ammunition and 7 rounds of 9mm ammunition (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Outcome: He remanded Mr McGreal, who has an address at Thornchase, Palmer Road, Rush and Ms Shannon, of Inglewood Crescent, Clonsilla, on continuing bail until February 12, when the case will be listed for judgement.
Places mentioned
- Dunard Avenue
- Palmer Road
- Rush
- Inglewood Crescent
- Baskin Lane
- an interview at Tullamore Garda Station
- Tullamore
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