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Deceased lived "chaotic lifestyle" in squat, murder trial hears

Summary

The murder trial of Andrzej Wawrzyniak (38) is ongoing at the Central Criminal Court. Wawrzyniak, who has no fixed address, has pleaded not guilty to the alleged murder of Jacek Kozakiewicz (44) at a derelict pub on Dublin's North Wall Quay on February 26, 2014. He also pleaded guilty to a second count of assault causing harm to Filip Talaj (31) at the same location and date. The prosecution presented evidence that Kozakiewicz, who was found dead with more than 20 stab wounds, had a history of drink-related and public order offences, including a suspended sentence for carrying knives and a prison term for possessing a crowbar. Detective Sergeant John Brady testified that Kozakiewicz lived a chaotic lifestyle in a squat occupied by five Polish men, where he was described as the "boss" and a "gentleman." Gardaí were aware of the squat but faced ownership disputes that prevented official eviction. The prosecution concluded its case today, and the closing speech to the jury of nine men and three women is scheduled for tomorrow morning. The matter remains at the trial stage, with no final verdict or sentence yet delivered.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Deceased lived "chaotic lifestyle" in squat, murder trial hears. Charges or matters: murdering Jacek Kozakiewicz (44), at the derelict pub on Dublin's North Wall Quay on February 26, 2014; a second count of assault causing harm to Filip Talaj (31), at the same place on the same date. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• February 26, 2014 Incident
• April 2009 Incident
• 2016-07-13 Publication

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Public Order Stage Trial Violent Crime

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