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Dungannon: Boy, 16, charged with murder and attempted murder
The boy is also accused of attempted murder and threats to kill after a 61-year-old man died and two family members were injured.
- On Tuesday, September 1, a 16-year-old boy appeared in Omagh Magistrates' Court charged with the murder of 61-year-old Sidi Djalo in Dungannon and the attempted murder of Djalo's wife and eight-year-old daughter.
- Police arrived at a Lisnahull Road residence shortly after 11am on Saturday, August 29, following reports of a disturbance; officers discovered Djalo deceased while his 48-year-old wife and eight-year-old daughter were found with serious injuries.
- Mid Ulster District Commander Superintendent Peter Stevenson stated officers' 'quick-thinking actions' gave the injured girl 'a fighting chance of survival.' The eight-year-old, initially in critical condition, has stabilized at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast.
- Defence solicitor Jarlath Faloon expressed 'clear concerns' about the defendant's mental health during the hearing, prompting District Judge Conor Heaney to order an emergency mental health assessment. The teenager was remanded in custody.
- Stevenson confirmed there is no ongoing risk to the public, though increased police presence remains in the area. The accused is scheduled to appear via video-link at Dungannon Youth Court on September 15.
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