Man claims ex-partner killed Michael Foley in Cork trial
Daniel Hourigan, 33, told a jury his former partner killed Michael Foley in Cork, and he tried to protect her.
July 14, 2026
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Source: irishtimes.com
Daniel Hourigan (33), originally from Farranree in Cork city, has claimed in evidence to a jury that his then partner carried out the killing of Michael Foley and he tried to protect her as he believed she was pregnant with his child.
Hourigan is on trial for murder at the Central Criminal Court. He testified that he did not kill Foley but attempted to shield his former partner from prosecution.
The court heard that the killing occurred in Cork, though specific dates and circumstances were not detailed in the available reports. The trial continues.
β Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Daniel Hourigan?
Daniel Hourigan is a 33-year-old man from Farranree, Cork, on trial for murder.
What did Hourigan claim in court?
He claimed his former partner killed Michael Foley and he tried to protect her because he believed she was pregnant.
Where is the trial taking place?
The trial is at the Central Criminal Court in Ireland.
