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'Conor McGregor' knockout trial jury ask judge about fall

Summary

In the trial of Maurice 'Mossie' Boland, who pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter, the jury was asked whether the deceased Cian Gallagher's intoxication could legally excuse his inability to break a fall. The judge ruled it was not a defence. The prosecution argued that a punch from Boland caused Gallagher to fall and hit his head, leading to a traumatic brain injury. The defence contended that the fall itself caused the fatal injury, not the punch. The jury deliberated for 2 hours and 53 minutes, considering whether Boland intended to kill or cause serious injury. The judge explained that if intent was proven, the verdict would be murder; otherwise, manslaughter. The case remains at the jury's verdict stage.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: 'Conor McGregor' knockout trial jury ask judge about fall. Charges or matters: murder but guilty to the manslaughter of Cian Gallagher (26) at Barrack St in Tallow on November 10, 2022. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• November 10, 2022 Hearing Or Sentence
• November 2 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2024-04-17 Publication

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Topics

Stage Trial Violent Crime

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