Prosecution said evidence against co-accused Nikita Burns shows ‘clearest possible case of murder’
The Sliabh Liag murder trial involves Alan Vial and Nikita Burns, who are accused of murdering Robert Wilkin on June 25, 2023. Prosecution maintains that Vial fabricated lies during police interviews and attempted to shift blame onto Burns. Evidence against Burns includes witness testimonies of her admitting to the crime and forensic data such as DNA, CCTV footage, and blood spatter analysis. Both Vial and Burns have pleaded not guilty, with their defense closing speeches scheduled next. The prosecution highlights that the pair revisited the crime scene to ensure no witnesses had seen the body, further supporting the murder charges.
