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Dublin man pleads guilty at trial to murdering 63-year-old in his home

Summary

Kenneth Cummins, aged 28, pleaded guilty to murdering 63‑year‑old Thomas Horan at Cambridge Court, Ringsend, on 6 January 2014. The trial, lasting over four weeks, ended when Cummins admitted guilt. Judge Tony Hunt concluded Cummins' case and moved to the next trial, that of his sister Sabrina Cummins, who remains not guilty. Sabrina, aged 37, also lives at Ringsend Park and her trial continues.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Dublin man pleads guilty at trial to murdering 63-year-old in his home. Charges or matters: murdering Thomas Horan (63) at Cambridge Court, Ringsend on January 6th, 2014; the murder of Mr Horan; murdering Thomas Horan (63) at Cambridge Court, Ringsend on January 6th last year. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• January 6th, 2014 Hearing Or Sentence
• January 6th Hearing Or Sentence
• 2015-11-11 Publication

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