Man charged with murder of his mother Miriam Burns in Kerry

Billy Burns' solicitor said he was applying on behalf of his client for “all appropriate medical treatment including psychiatric treatment” whilst on remand

The body of Miriam Burns was discovered at her house in Killarney on August 15 last year.

A 52-year-old man has appeared in court in Killarney charged with the murder of his 75-year-old mother.

Billy Burns of no fixed abode has been charged that on a date between August 12 and 15, 2022 at 45 Ardshanavooley, Killarney, he did murder one Miriam Burns, contrary to common law.