Garda statement claims murder weapon was found next to body of Limerick pensioner

A court heard today that the lifeless body of an elderly Limerick man covered in scratches was found by gardaí with what was believed to be the murder weapon lying nearby.

Christopher McNamara of Good Shepherd Villas, Pennywell road in Limerick has pleaded not guilty to the murder of James Boyce (aged 71) at St Munchins Street, St Mary’s Park in Limerick between March 6, 2011 and March 7, 2011.