The mother of a Donegal woman who was raped and murdered in India in 2017 has expressed her frustration over what appears to be another delay in the trial.
Andrea Brannigan was informed in September that the trial was expected to conclude within ten days from then. However, the judge presiding over the trial is now seeking an extension, with a view to having the proceedings concluded later this month.
Danielle McLaughlin, a native of Buncrana, was tragically killed in Goa just a month after her 28th birthday.
Vikat Bhaghat was arrested and charged shortly after Danielle’s body was discovered.
However, his trial has faced numerous delays and adjournments since then.
Ms. Brannigan says she feels she cannot grieve her daughter until the case is closed:
