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Dublin father (51) died from single stab wound to neck, pathologist tells trial

Summary

A Dublin father, Michael Ryan (51), died from a single stab wound to the neck that severed a branch of the carotid artery and the jugular vein, according to evidence presented at the Central Criminal Court. Joseph Lawlor (39), of Hampton Wood Road in Finglas, Dublin 11, has pleaded not guilty to the murder of Mr Ryan, who was killed in a carpark near the accused's home on June 20, 2024. The trial heard that Mr Lawlor and Mr Ryan had been drinking together throughout the day and had a first physical altercation at 8.30pm. A second altercation occurred just after 9.30pm, leading to Mr Ryan being arrested for drink driving. After being released, he returned to Mr Lawlor's home where the fatal encounter took place. An audio recording captured Mr Ryan moments after being stabbed, saying: "You fucking c**t you, you dirtbird, Joey. You stabbed me in the artery, you f**king eejit." State pathologist Dr Yvonne McCartney testified that Mr Ryan had 57 scratches and bruises on his head, arms, legs, and torso.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Dublin father (51) died from single stab wound to neck, pathologist tells trial. Charges or matters: the murder of Michael Ryan (51) in a carpark to the back of the accused man's home on June 20, 2024. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• June 20, 2024 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2026-02-05 Publication

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