Man jailed for life for shooting friend dead after drinking binge

A 20 year-old Limerick man was jailed for life today for murdering a friend who he shot in the chest after a five-day drinking binge.

Man jailed for life for shooting friend dead after drinking binge
Thu, 27 Jan, 2005 - 15:31

A 20 year-old Limerick man was jailed for life today for murdering a friend who he shot in the chest after a five-day drinking binge.

James Keane pleaded guilty at the Central Criminal Court in Limerick this morning to the murder of Stephen Carey (aged 23) at College Avenue, Moyross, Limerick on June 13, 2004.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

Benefit image

Limited offer valid for new and returning customers. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12/month. Ts&Cs apply.

WhatsApp logo

Irish Examiner’s WhatsApp channel

More in this section

Multiple bomb threats made against Simon Harris's family home Multiple bomb threats made against Simon Harris's family home
Planning exemption proposals for garden cabins carry 'serious risks' Planning exemption proposals for garden cabins carry 'serious risks'
Donabate Scene Search for missing Dublin boy enters sixth day
CourtsHeathrowPlace: LimerickPlace: College Avenue, Moyross,Place: College AvenuePlace: MoyrossPerson: James KeanePerson: Stephen CareyPerson: KeanePerson: Garda Darragh MaguirePerson: Gary CareyPerson: CareysPerson: CareyPerson: Gda MaguirePerson: GardaíPerson: Defence counselPerson: Brendan NixPerson: NixPerson: LouisePerson: Louise O'DonnellPerson: StephenPerson: O'DonnellOrganisation: Central Criminal CourtOrganisation: Mid-Western Regional Hospital
European and local elections

Presidential race to heat up as third candidate to be confirmed

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited