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Trial Begins for Man Accused of Pregnant Girlfriend's Murder

2/27/2026

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Stephen McCullagh is on trial in Northern Ireland for murdering his pregnant girlfriend Natalie McNally, who was 15 weeks pregnant.
Prosecutors allege he created a false alibi by streaming a pre-recorded YouTube session 17 miles away.
The victim was found dead in December 2022 with multiple stab wounds.
A knife believed to be the murder weapon was presented in court.
The trial is expected to last five weeks.

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Stephen McCullagh is on trial in Northern Ireland for murdering his pregnant girlfriend Natalie McNally, who was 15 weeks pregnant.
Prosecutors allege he created a false alibi by streaming a pre-recorded YouTube session 17 miles away.
The victim was found dead in December 2022 with multiple stab wounds.
A knife believed to be the murder weapon was presented in court.
The trial is expected to last five weeks.