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Irish Times
15-05-2025
- Irish Times
Teenager charged with Kansas City murder of Irish chef Shaun Brady to stand juvenile trial
The teenager charged with the murder of Irish chef Shaun Brady in Kansas City last August is to stand trial as a juvenile in a trial that has been scheduled for September. Jennifer Phillips, a Jackson County Family Court administrative judge in the state of Missouri, has denied a request to move the case against the defendant, who was 15 years old when charged and has been identified in court by his initials, KH, from the family court and into the general court system, where he would face charges as an adult. The defendant is to remain in detention until and during the trial, set for September 23rd. The Kansas City Star reported that the judge heard testimony which outlined details of the youth's childhood as one defined by violence and a childhood cancer diagnosis. She also listened to an attorney for the Office of the Juvenile Officer present the violence which led to the fatal shooting of Mr Brady outside the restaurant in which he worked and co-owned. READ MORE Members of Mr Brady's family, including his wife Kate, were in court in April for a hearing as a video was shown in which a number of teenagers, including the accused, arrived at the restaurant in a car that, it was later confirmed, had been stolen. They attempted to break into a Hyundai car belonging to Mr. Brady, who interrupted the theft. A Kansas court report described how Mr Brady had kicked at the stolen car as it departed the scene. The vehicle then stopped and in the video, one of the occupants exits the car and shoots at the Irish man. Seven shell casings were recovered at the scene. The murder, which occurred just days before the Kansas annual Irish Fest, in which Mr Brady was involved, caused general shock. At that April hearing, the father of the teenager argued that his son should be tried a juvenile. 'Development goes a long way in life, and he hasn't gotten that far,' he said. The teenager stands charged with counts of second-degree murder, attempted stealing of a vehicle and armed criminal action. Two teenagers were originally arrested after the murder; one was later released without charge. A decision was taken not to reopen the popular Brady and Fox restaurant after Mr Brady's death.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pirates fan who fell gets positive update about 'first steps' after incident
There's seemingly good news about 20-year-old Kavan Markwood, the fan who fell at a Pittsburgh Pirates game last week. After an update from his girlfriend, Alonna Brown, in which she told the world he was "awake and continuing to work toward making his body stronger each day," there's now this from Jennifer Phillips on a GoFundMe for Markwood: "Kav took his first steps today! It's a slow slow process, but seeing him up and moving was a huge win and definitely lifted everyone's spirits." She listed his injuries that include a broken neck, clavicle and back, but hopefully this is a sign that he's on his way to recovery. Good! This article originally appeared on For The Win: Pirates fan who fell update is about his first steps after incident
CNN
06-05-2025
- Sport
- CNN
Fan who fell onto field at PNC Park during Pirates game takes first steps
The fan who fell onto the field at PNC Park less than a week ago, identified as Kavan Markwood, took his first steps on Monday since the incident, according to a post on a fundraiser set up by the mother of Markwood's girlfriend. Jennifer Phillips, who is the mother of Alonna Brown, said that Markwood's first steps since the fall 'definitely lifted everyone's spirits' but admitted that he 'still has a long way to go.' 'It's a slow slow process, but seeing him up and moving was a huge win,' Phillips wrote. 'He's dealing with a broken neck, clavicle, and back so there are plenty of obstacles ahead. But he's showing real strength, and we're staying hopeful for a smooth recovery. This will also require plenty of rest and following instructions from the great doctors, nurses and staff at the hospital.' The incident happened during the seventh inning in a game Wednesday between the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates. The 20-year-old fell from the right field wall onto the field and was listed in critical condition. Players from both teams could be seen kneeling down, while others put their hands on their heads in concern for Markwood. The fall is being treated as accidental, police have said. 'Thanks so much for all the love, support, and good vibes. It really means a lot as he keep giving his all to push forward. #KAVANSTRONG,' Phillips continued. The fundraiser organized to help assist with Markwood's medical bills has raised nearly $43,000 as of Tuesday morning. Markwood graduated from South Allegheny High School in 2022. The school, in a post sent to CNN, said he was the team MVP of the football team and earned first team All-Conference honors: 'Kavan is best known for his resilience, strength, and kindness. He is a friend to all – someone who lifts others up and faces challenges with courage and grace.' Markwood played college football at Walsh University and Wheeling University.
