A judge criticises Wayne Roche’s behaviour during proceedings after he is convicted of murder for killing John O’Connor, the father of Roche’s then partner, in New Ross, County Wexford. According to multiple reports, the judge describes Roche’s conduct as “appalling” and disruptive, noting that it continues up to the sentencing stage. One account states that Roche “upped and left” court before a murder sentence was handed down, prompting the judge’s remarks.
All sources also agree that a jury sitting at the Central Criminal Court in Waterford unanimously convicted Roche last month. The conviction is for the murder of O’Connor, who is described as Roche’s partner’s father at the time of the killing. Reports focus on the judge’s comments about Roche’s conduct and the procedural disruption around sentencing, rather than providing additional new details about the killing itself. The judge’s criticism is presented as part of the sentencing hearing process following the unanimous guilty verdict.
