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Video recorded by trespasser moments before he was shot played at law professor's murder trial
Summary
During a murder trial for the death of Keith Conlon, a video recorded by a trespasser moments before the shooting was shown to the jury. The clip captures male voices shouting threats and remarks such as "You're f**ked now" and "this is not the end of it mate, I'm telling you, you shot the f**king dog for nothing." The prosecution described a heated exchange between Diarmuid Phelan and the trespassers after Phelan shot a dog on his farm. Witness Julien Roudaut, a 24‑year‑old French farmhand, testified that Phelan fired warning shots into the air and that it was difficult to believe Conlon was actually shot. Roudaut also noted that Phelan's first shots were aimed at the air, and that the shooting occurred in a flash. The trial continues with the jury hearing further evidence of the incident. Diarmuid Phelan pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Video recorded by trespasser moments before he was shot played at law professor's murder trial. Charges or matters: murdering Keith Conlon (36) at Hazelgrove Farm, Kiltalown Lane, Tallaght, Dublin 24 on February 24, 2022. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- February 24, 2022 Other
- February 22 Incident
- 2024-10-24 Publication
Why: Mr Roudaut said he only saw one man because he was "more on the side". CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Keith Conlon (36) at Hazelgrove Farm, Kiltalown Lane, Tallaght, Dublin 24 on February 24, 2022 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Kiltalown Lane
- Kiltalown Park
- Tallaght University Hospital
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