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Dublin man to be sentenced for killing "gentle giant"
Summary
In a Dublin case, Wayne Kennedy, aged 34, is set to be sentenced for the manslaughter of David Spain, 26, who was described by his family as a "gentle giant." The incident occurred on 26 December 2013 at Kennedy's home in Rathsallagh Park, Shankill, Co. Dublin. Kennedy was also charged with intentionally or recklessly causing serious harm to Sean Turner on the same night. A jury found Kennedy not guilty of the assault charge and guilty of manslaughter after a deliberation of four hours and 48 minutes. Kennedy had pleaded not guilty at the Central Criminal Court. He is currently remanded in custody until his sentencing on 7 December. The article details the events leading to Spain's death, including a fight that escalated with a knife and a stone, and provides statements from witnesses and family members. The court heard that Spain was stabbed six times, leading to his death. Wayne Kennedy was acquitted.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Dublin man to be sentenced for killing "gentle giant". Charges or matters: murdering David Spain (26) on December 26th, 2013 at this address as well as intentionally or recklessly causing serious harm to Sean Turner on the same date; both counts. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Acquitted
When:
- December 26th, 2013 Hearing Or Sentence
- December 25th 2013 Incident
- December 7th Adjournment
- Christmas Incident
- 2015-11-23 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering David Spain (26) on December 26th, 2013 at this address as well as intentionally or recklessly causing serious harm to Sean Turner on the same date; both counts (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Finding: Acquitted
Outcome: Acquitted; Mr Justice Patrick McCarthy remanded Wayne Kennedy in custody until December 7th when he is due to be sentenced.; Mr Justice Patrick McCarthy remanded Wayne Kennedy in custody until December 7th when he is due to be sentenced.
Places mentioned
- Rathsallagh Park
- Central Criminal Court
- Rathsallagh Park
- Mr Kennedy's house
Topics
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