Teen linked to death of William Moorehouse has undergone psychiatric assessment
The Wicklow PeopleAn 18-year-old accused in connection with the death of a father-of-seven in Bray, Co Wicklow has had his case adjourned after undergoing a psychiatric assessment
Kyle O’Connor (18), of Ballywaltrim Heights, Bray, Co Wicklow, appeared at Wicklow Circuit Criminal Court charged with one count of producing an article capable of inflicting serious injury and one count of violent disorder.
The charges relate to the death of William “Willie” Moorehouse, who was found dead in a playground in Bray on January 19, 2025.
Counsel for the accused Eoin Gallagher, instructed by solicitor Joe Maguire, told the court that Mr O’Connor had previously been assessed as to his fitness to plead.
Barrister for the prosecution, James Kelly, informed the court that the State has directed that Mr O’Connor undergo an independent assessment by a psychiatrist in Australia.
He said legal aid had already been extended to allow for the report, but due to delays within the Irish system, arrangements were made to engage a psychiatrist abroad.
Judge Sinéad Ní Chúlacháin adjourned the matter to May 21 to allow for progress to be made.
Mr O’Connor has undergone the psychiatric assessment and the report will be shared on May 21.
The court heard that multiple co-accused in the case have taken a date for trial in July 2026.
Kris Kiggins (32), of no fixed abode, had been due to be sentenced at a sitting of Wicklow Circuit Criminal Court on Thursday, March 26, but failed to appear. A bench warrant has been issued for his arrest.
Patrick Fitzpatrick (33), of Heather Hall, Bray, Co Wicklow, who is charged with the murder of Mr Moorehouse, is due to stand trial in Dublin in the summer of 2026.