Diarmuid Phelan, a law professor and barrister, is on trial for the murder of Keith Conlon, who was shot on Phelan’s farm. Phelan claims he fired his revolver in self-defense, believing the trespassers posed a threat after confronting him aggressively about a dog he shot. The state argues Phelan aimed at Conlon, who was shot in the back of the head. During police interviews, Phelan described being terrified and asserted he shot in the air to deter the men. The trial is ongoing, with evidence revealing the complex circumstances surrounding the incident.