Case No. 2145Attempted murder · Co. Galway · 15 Aug 2024
Teen who pleaded guilty to attempted murder of Defence Forces priest ordered to undergo autism assessment
A 17-year-old who pleaded guilty to the attempted murder of Defence Forces chaplain Fr Paul Murphy at Renmore Barracks, Galway, in August 2024 was ordered by Mr Justice Paul McDermott to undergo an autism assessment ahead of his sentencing on 10 April 2025.
- Reportednot reported
- Arrestednot reported
- Chargednot reported
- In court7 Mar
- Verdict
- Sentenced
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Key facts
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- whatThe 17-year-old pleaded guilty to the attempted murder of Fr Paul Murphy. (irishmirror.ie)
- whatFr Murphy suffered multiple stab wounds while sitting in his car. (irishmirror.ie)
- whereThe attack took place at Dún Uí Mhaoilíosa, Renmore Barracks in Galway. (irishmirror.ie)
- whenThe attack occurred on 15 August 2024. (irishmirror.ie)
- investigationA psychologist at Oberstown Detention Centre recommended the defendant undergo an autism assessment. (irishmirror.ie)
- courtMr Justice Paul McDermott issued a legal aid certificate for the autism assessment and any other reports deemed necessary. (irishmirror.ie)
- courtThe sentencing date was set for 10 April under a fast-track protocol for children's cases. (irishmirror.ie)
- otherFr Murphy is a chaplain with the 1st Infantry Battalion. (irishmirror.ie)
- otherThe priest is due to embark on a tour of Lebanon later this year. (irishmirror.ie)
The reporting
newest first- 7 Mar2025Teen who tried to murder Defence Forces priest to be assessed for autism
Reports a pre-sentencing hearing at the Central Criminal Court where an autism assessment was ordered, a legal aid certificate issued, and a sentencing date of 10 April set under a fast-track protocol for children's cases.
victim, Paul F Murphy, 50s, male, irish (judged from name)Paul F Murphyconvicted, 17, male