The verdict in the Michaela McAreavey murder case will inevitably prompt serious questions for Mauritian police over their handling of the investigation.

A man accused of murdering honeymooner Michaela McAreavey broke down in court after claiming he was tortured by police during interrogation.

The lawyer had earlier told the jury there was no room for emotions in the trial.

Further CCTV footage has been requested at the trial of two men accused of murdering Michaela McAreavey in a bid to identify a mystery couple apparently rowing at the hotel where the honeymooner died.