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Pregnant Woman Murdered: Partner Denies Charges at Court

3/4/2026

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Natalie McNally, 32, the victim, was murdered in her Lurgan home on December 18, 2022, while 15 weeks pregnant.
Stephen McCullagh, 36, the partner and defendant, denies the charges.
At Belfast Crown Court, family members described McCullagh's behavior at her wake, including his claim of finding her body.
They noted his claims of concern for her well-being and his negative experiences with police during his arrest.

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Story summary

Natalie McNally, 32, the victim, was murdered in her Lurgan home on December 18, 2022, while 15 weeks pregnant.
Stephen McCullagh, 36, the partner and defendant, denies the charges.
At Belfast Crown Court, family members described McCullagh's behavior at her wake, including his claim of finding her body.
They noted his claims of concern for her well-being and his negative experiences with police during his arrest.