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Closing speeches expected in Garda assault trial
Summary
The trial of Lorcan Murphy, a 32‑year‑old Garda from Pearse Street Station, for assaulting a teenager in 2021 has entered its closing phase at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court. Murphy pleaded not guilty to two counts of assault causing harm under the 1997 Act. The prosecution has finished calling witnesses; the defence will not present evidence. Judge Pauline Codd will hear closing speeches tomorrow.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Closing speeches expected in Garda assault trial. Charges or matters: two counts of assault causing harm under section 3 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act, 1997. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- 2025-07-21 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: two counts of assault causing harm under section 3 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act, 1997 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- of Pearse Street Garda Station
- Pearse Street
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