Belt DNA matched kill accused; COURTS.FINGERPRINTS and DNA DNA: see nucleic acid. DNA or deoxyribonucleic acid One of two types of nucleic acid (the other is RNA); a complex organic compound found in all living cells and many viruses. It is the chemical substance of genes. of the man accused of murdering a pensioner PENSIONER. One who is supported by an allowance at the will of another. It is more usually applied to him who receives an annuity or pension from the government. were found on a belt tied around the victim's wrists, a court heard yesterday. Noel Cawley, 47, of no fixed abode, denies murdering 83-year old Christy Hanley at his home in Kilbeggan, Co Westmeath, last May. He also pleaded not guilty to robbing the horse dealer of an unknown sum of money on the same date. Detective Sgt David Sheridan found a fingerprint on the buckle of the belt which matched the left thumb impression of Cawley. Forensic scientist Michael Burrington told the court that he generated DNA profiles of both the accused and deceased from the buckle. The trial continues. |
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