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Judge concludes charge to jury in trial of woman accused of murdering 63-year-old man

Summary

In a Dublin murder trial, 37‑year‑old Sabrina Cummins pleaded not guilty to the killing of 63‑year‑old Thomas Horan at Cambridge Court, Ringsend, on 6 January last year. Judge Tony Hunt finished his charge to the jury, urging them to consider whether Cummins had a culpable role or was merely a spectator. He explained the three possible verdicts: murder, acquittal, or manslaughter. The judge also noted that co‑accused Kenneth Cummins had been re‑arraigned and pleaded guilty to Horan's murder, but instructed the jury to set that case aside and focus solely on Sabrina Cummins. Hunt emphasized the need for careful scrutiny of evidence and cautioned against taking any statement at face value, whether from the prosecution or defence. The jury was sent out to deliberate, with the judge to meet them again at 10:30 am.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Judge concludes charge to jury in trial of woman accused of murdering 63-year-old man. Charges or matters: the murder of Mr Horan. "You will appreciate we have to move with the various punches; murdering Thomas Horan (63) at Cambridge Court, Ringsend on January 6 last year. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• January 6 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2015-11-12 Publication

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