Summary
The Natalie McNally murder trial jury watched a video that was originally presented as a live stream by the accused, Stephen McCullagh, but was later admitted to be pre-recorded. McCullagh is accused of murdering McNally, who was 15 weeks pregnant when she died in December 2022. Prosecutors argue the video was used as an alibi, and various pieces of evidence were shown to the jury, including WhatsApp messages between McNally and McCullagh.
Key Facts
- Natalie McNally was 15 weeks pregnant when she died in Lurgan, County Armagh, in December 2022.
- Stephen McCullagh, who is accused of her murder, initially claimed a YouTube video as an alibi.
- The video was later admitted by McCullagh to be pre-recorded.
- McCullagh appeared in the video wearing a Santa hat, drinking alcohol, and talking to his followers.
- The jury was shown items found at McNally's home, such as a knife and a metal dog bowl.
- WhatsApp messages between McNally and McCullagh were presented as evidence.
- Photos from McCullagh's home were also provided to the jury.
- The video included a brief display of a James Bond film poster.
