Man charged with murder of William Moorehouse sent forward for trial

By Darragh McCann, The Wicklow People

A Bray man has been sent forward for trial accused of murder following the death of William Moorehouse earlier this year.

Patrick Fitzpatrick (32) of 136 Heather Hall, Kilruddery Glen, Bray, Co. Wicklow appeared before Bray District Court on three charges relating to the death of William Moorehouse at Ballywaltrim Playground, Schools Road, Bray on January 19, 2025.

Mr Fitzpatrick is charged with violent disorder, production of an article (knife) and murder.

The book of evidence was served on Mr Fitzpatrick at Bray District Court on Monday. Judge David Kennedy issued Mr Fitzpatrick with an alibi warning, telling him “If you intend to rely on an alibi at trial, you must notify the prosecution within 14 days of today”.

Mr Fitzpatrick was sent forward for trial to the next sittings of the Central Criminal Court on all three counts. His solicitor requested that a second counsel be assigned for the trial.