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Murder accused meted out 'volley of violence' on 'drunken bowsie', prosecution tell jury
Summary
The prosecution told the Central Criminal Court that Tomas Cypas was under no threat when he assaulted Juris Kokenbergs, while the defence argued the killing was manslaughter rather than murder. Tomas Cypas pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Murder accused meted out 'volley of violence' on 'drunken bowsie', prosecution tell jury. Charges or matters: murdering Juris Kokenbergs (49) at Old Bridge Park, Lucan, Co Dublin on October 28, 2024. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- October 28, 2024 Other
- October 26 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2026-03-04 Publication
Why: "In order to be acting in self defence, he would have to believe it was necessary to use the force he did and that cannot be the case". Defence account reported by CNI
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murdering Juris Kokenbergs (49) at Old Bridge Park, Lucan, Co Dublin on October 28, 2024 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
- Old Bridge Park
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