Murder accused apologises for 'hardship' caused to family of victim

A 27-year-old accused of murdering a man in Co Wicklow three years ago apologised for the “hardship” he caused the deceased’s family, a court has heard.

Michael Dickenson, of no fixed abode and formerly of Darragh Park, Wicklow town has pleaded not guilty to murdering Steven O'Meara at Ballydonnell Wood, Red Cross, Co. Wicklow on or about August 6, 2009.