John McDonagh seeks new forensic tests in conviction appeal

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John McDonagh, 51, is appealing his 2001 conviction for the rape and murder of Siobhan Hynes, 17.

The Court of Appeal adjourned the application for further forensic testing until February, when expert evidence is due.

The case was recorded in December 2025.