Menu
20/02/2007
County Antrim man in Canary Islands murder trial
A County Antrim man has today gone on trial in the Canary Islands charged with the murder of a prostitute in 2005.
Vincent Traynor, 20, from Loughguile has been in custody for the past two years after the body of 23-year-old Nigerian woman Stella Omeregie's body was found on Cochino beach in Gran Canaria, on July 11 2005.
Mr Traynor has continuously denied murdering the woman, however he did admit to assaulting her after an argument broke out between the pair.
It is understood that the woman was murdered on the day that Mr Traynor and his friends arrived on the island for a holiday.
The accused told the court that after arriving, he and his friends had spent the day drinking and later that night, he was approached by the victim.
During today's hearing, the court heard that an argument ensued over the fee Mr Traynor was to pay the woman. This led to a fight when Mr Traynor admitted that he struck the victim.
Some time later the woman's body was discovered on the beach, however Mr Traynor denies carrying out the murder.
The case continues.
(EF/KMcA)
Vincent Traynor, 20, from Loughguile has been in custody for the past two years after the body of 23-year-old Nigerian woman Stella Omeregie's body was found on Cochino beach in Gran Canaria, on July 11 2005.
Mr Traynor has continuously denied murdering the woman, however he did admit to assaulting her after an argument broke out between the pair.
It is understood that the woman was murdered on the day that Mr Traynor and his friends arrived on the island for a holiday.
The accused told the court that after arriving, he and his friends had spent the day drinking and later that night, he was approached by the victim.
During today's hearing, the court heard that an argument ensued over the fee Mr Traynor was to pay the woman. This led to a fight when Mr Traynor admitted that he struck the victim.
Some time later the woman's body was discovered on the beach, however Mr Traynor denies carrying out the murder.
The case continues.
(EF/KMcA)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
26 February 2007
County Antrim man found guilty of manslaughter
A County Antrim man accused of killing a Nigerian woman on the holiday island of Gran Canaria has been convicted of manslaughter. Vincent Traynor, 20, from Loughguile, had denied murdering 23-year-old Stella Omeregie, whose body was found on Cochino beach, following a row over money.
County Antrim man found guilty of manslaughter
A County Antrim man accused of killing a Nigerian woman on the holiday island of Gran Canaria has been convicted of manslaughter. Vincent Traynor, 20, from Loughguile, had denied murdering 23-year-old Stella Omeregie, whose body was found on Cochino beach, following a row over money.
23 February 2007
Verdict expected in Gran Canaria death case
A verdict is expected today in the case against a Country Antrim man accused of killing a Nigerian woman on the holiday island of Gran Canaria. Vincent Traynor, 20, from Loughguile, has denied killing 23-year-old Stella Omeregie who was working as a prostitute, following an argument over money. Her body was found on Cochino beach in Gran Canaria.
Verdict expected in Gran Canaria death case
A verdict is expected today in the case against a Country Antrim man accused of killing a Nigerian woman on the holiday island of Gran Canaria. Vincent Traynor, 20, from Loughguile, has denied killing 23-year-old Stella Omeregie who was working as a prostitute, following an argument over money. Her body was found on Cochino beach in Gran Canaria.
02 June 2023
Donna Traynor Settles Case Against The BBC
Former Newsline presenter Donna Trainer has settled a discrimination case against the BBC. In a joint statement the corporation and Ms Traynor said a resolution had been agreed without admission of liability. The terms of the settlement have not been released. Ms Trainer tweeted: "My employment tribunal case is now settled and over.
Donna Traynor Settles Case Against The BBC
Former Newsline presenter Donna Trainer has settled a discrimination case against the BBC. In a joint statement the corporation and Ms Traynor said a resolution had been agreed without admission of liability. The terms of the settlement have not been released. Ms Trainer tweeted: "My employment tribunal case is now settled and over.
04 September 2019
Pair Sentenced For Benefit Fraud
A man and woman have been handed suspended sentences after they were convicted of benefit fraud. The pair were dealt with at Belfast Magistrates' Court on Tuesday 03 September after each claiming payments they were not entitled to.
Pair Sentenced For Benefit Fraud
A man and woman have been handed suspended sentences after they were convicted of benefit fraud. The pair were dealt with at Belfast Magistrates' Court on Tuesday 03 September after each claiming payments they were not entitled to.
28 February 2007
Man sentenced in Gran Canaria
A County Antrim man convicted of the manslaughter of a Nigerian prostitute in Gran Canaria has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. Vincent Traynor, 22, from Loughguile had denied killing 23-year-old Stella Omeregie in July 2005. The woman’s body was found on Cochino beach, and the court heard she had been beaten about the head and strangled.
Man sentenced in Gran Canaria
A County Antrim man convicted of the manslaughter of a Nigerian prostitute in Gran Canaria has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. Vincent Traynor, 22, from Loughguile had denied killing 23-year-old Stella Omeregie in July 2005. The woman’s body was found on Cochino beach, and the court heard she had been beaten about the head and strangled.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Any rain along the north coast soon clearing north to give a dry evening. Further rain will move south and east in the early hours, occasionally heavy. Remaining mild. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
