Lawyers for man accused of murdering his brother and parents ask jury to consider insanity verdict
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Robert O’Connor, aged 32, is facing trial for the triple murder of his parents and brother. The killings took place at the family home in September 2025. His lawyers have asked the jury to consider a verdict of insanity. The defendant pleaded not guilty to murder based on this claim. Alternatively, the defense proposed a guilty verdict for manslaughter. This plea is based on the argument of diminished responsibility.
Robert O’Connor (32) pleaded not guilty of murder by reason of insanity, or guilty of manslaughter on the basis of diminished responsibility to the triple murder at their family home in September 2025.