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Jury in trial of heroin addict accused of murdering man in drugs row to continue deliberations
Summary
The jury in the trial of Peter Jackson, a 41‑year‑old heroin addict, will resume deliberations on the third day at the Central Criminal Court. Jackson pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter for the fatal stabbing of David Hamilton, 31, on 4 May 2012 at a house on Kerryhall Road. The ten‑man jury has spent six hours debating the case and has been instructed not to discuss it with anyone outside the jury.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Jury in trial of heroin addict accused of murdering man in drugs row to continue deliberations. Charges or matters: murder but guilty to manslaughter for the fatal stabbing of David Hamilton (31), at a house on Kerryhall Road on May 4 2012. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- May 4 2012 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2015-11-12 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: murder but guilty to manslaughter for the fatal stabbing of David Hamilton (31), at a house on Kerryhall Road on May 4 2012 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
Topics
Drugs Stage Trial Violent Crime
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