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Jury to resume deliberating in trial of man accused of murdering his pregnant ex-girlfriend
2015-12-02
Trial
Summary
The jury in the trial of Stephen Cahoon, a 43‑year‑old Derry resident, began deliberations on the murder of his pregnant ex‑girlfriend, Jean Teresa Quigley, aged 30, who was killed at Cornshell Fields on 26 July 2008. Cahoon pleaded not guilty. Judge Deirdre Murphy reminded the jury that a unanimous verdict was required and that if intent was found they must decide whether provocation could reduce the charge to manslaughter. The jury had deliberated for just over two hours and were scheduled to resume at 12.30 a.m. on Thursday.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Jury to resume deliberating in trial of man accused of murdering his pregnant ex-girlfriend. Charges or matters: murdering Jean Teresa Quigley (30) at Cornshell fields in Derry on July 26th, 2008. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- July 26th, 2008 Other
- 2015-12-02 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: murdering Jean Teresa Quigley (30) at Cornshell fields in Derry on July 26th, 2008 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Harvey Street
Topics
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