The trial proceedings included jurors experimenting with the weapon used to fatally shoot Keith Conlon, deemed a 'useful exercise' for their understanding of the pressure needed to fire.
Mr Phelan asserts that he accidentally shot Mr Conlon in self-defense, reasserting his not guilty plea as he faces serious charges surrounding the incident involving a firearm.
The Central Criminal Court learned Mr Phelan had fired two warning shots before the third struck Mr Conlon fatally, indicating a chaotic confrontation over the shooting.
Detective Garda O'Donnell highlighted the danger of using different types of ammunition in the revolver, leading to questions about Mr Phelan's firing choices during the incident.
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