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Man Found Not Guilty by Insanity in Father's Murder

2/12/2026

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  • Henry McGowan was found not guilty by reason of insanity for the murder of his father, John McGowan, at a luxury hotel in Ireland in November 2024.
  • Testimony showed Henry McGowan, diagnosed with bipolar disorder, was in a psychotic state when he attacked his father after John traveled to assist him.
  • A hearing is scheduled for February 20 to determine Henry McGowan's treatment plan at Dublin's Central Mental Hospital.