Natalie McNally trial told evidence ‘points towards some other killer’

Stephen McCullagh (36) denies murdering his pregnant partner at her home in Lurgan in December 2022

19 Mar, 20:07 — 19 Mar, 20:30

Why this matters

This trial concerns the murder of a pregnant woman, a crime that often garners significant public and media attention due to its tragic nature. The defense's strategy of pointing to an alternative perpetrator introduces a key legal challenge and narrative element to the proceedings.

Key entitiesNatalie McNally Stephen McCullagh John Kearney KC

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What sources agree on

Stephen McCullagh, 36, denies murdering Natalie McNally
Natalie McNally was McCullagh's pregnant partner
The alleged murder occurred at McNally's home in Lurgan in December 2022
The defense argues that evidence points towards another killer

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Stephen McCullagh is 36 years old

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The case against Stephen McCullagh is dependent upon circumstantial evidence

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