Gerald Dunne’s Critical Condition
Gerald Dunne, a convicted murderer serving a 26-year sentence at Wheatfield Prison in Dublin, collapsed in his cell on December 28, leaving him critically ill in a Dublin hospital. Sources revealed that the reason for his collapse remains unclear, but it prompted fears for his life as he fought to recover. The Irish Prison Service declined to comment on Dunne’s case, citing their policy not to discuss individual prisoner matters. Despite initial concerns about his survival, Dunne’s condition has shown signs of improvement in recent days, although he remains in critical condition.
Gerald Dunne’s Troubled Past
Dunne, also known as Gerard, has a tumultuous history dating back to January 1999 when he was charged with the murder of Liam Thompson in Dolphin’s Barn, Dublin. Following three trials, Dunne was finally convicted of Thompson’s murder in May 2004 after a dispute that turned fatal. The trial revealed that a confrontation over a call box escalated into a violent altercation, resulting in Thompson’s tragic death. State Pathologist Dr. Marie Cassidy testified that Thompson suffered fatal injuries, including a stab wound to his heart, during the altercation.
Dunne’s Time in Prison
Throughout his incarceration at Wheatfield Prison, Dunne has faced challenges, including a failed High Court bid to contest a jail disciplinary process in 2019. During a search of his cell in 2017, officers discovered an improvised knife and razor blades, leading to Dunne’s sanctions by prison authorities. Despite Dunne’s claims of innocence, the High Court upheld the prison’s decision, further complicating his already troubled history.
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