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Jury sworn-in for trial of man accused of murdering father of three
Summary
A jury has been selected for the trial of a 39-year-old man accused of murdering a father of three in Dublin. At the Central Criminal Court, Joseph Lawlor pleaded not guilty to the murder of Michael Ryan, who was killed outside the accused's home in Hampton Wood Way, St Margaret's Road, Finglas, Dublin 11 on June 20, 2024. The prosecution is being led by Kevin White SC, while the accused is represented by Séamus Clarke SC. The trial is expected to last up to three weeks and will begin tomorrow before Mr Justice Patrick McGrath. The jury consists of six men and six women. The case has drawn significant attention due to the tragic nature of the crime and the involvement of a family man as the victim. The court proceedings are expected to be closely followed by the media and the public. The trial will involve the presentation of evidence and witness testimonies to determine the guilt or innocence of the accused.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Jury sworn-in for trial of man accused of murdering father of three. Charges or matters: murdering Michael Ryan (51) outside the accused man's home in Hampton Wood Way, St Margaret's Road, Finglas, Dublin 11 on June 20, 2024. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- June 20, 2024 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2026-01-26 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Michael Ryan (51) outside the accused man's home in Hampton Wood Way, St Margaret's Road, Finglas, Dublin 11 on June 20, 2024 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
- Hampton Wood Way
- St Margaret's Road
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