03/12/2013

Man Charged Over Murder In The Phoenix Park

A man, 27, has appeared in court charged with the murder of Gerard Donnelly in the Phoenix Park on Friday.

Mr Donnelly is believed to have been burned to death and he also had a fractured skull.

Ciaran Moran the accused has been remanded in custody.

Meanwhile, a 17-year-old has also been arrested in connection with the murder. She is currently being held at Blanchardstown Garda Station.

(CD/IT)

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