YouTuber accused of murdering pregnant girlfriend recorded livestream days before incident
In Brief
Court hears YouTuber recorded Grand Theft Auto livestream days before pregnant girlfriend's death.
Key Facts
- YouTuber McCullagh is accused of murdering his girlfriend, who was 15 weeks pregnant
- Court heard McCullagh recorded a Grand Theft Auto livestream four days before the alleged murder
- The prosecution alleges the livestream was presented as an alibi during the trial
- McCullagh denies the murder charges against him
- The timing and purpose of the livestream recording were discussed during court proceedings
What Happened
In court, it was stated that YouTuber McCullagh recorded a Grand Theft Auto livestream four days before the alleged murder of his pregnant girlfriend. The prosecution alleges this recording was used as an alibi, while McCullagh denies the charges. The timing and context of the livestream were part of the trial evidence.
Why It Matters
This case involves the examination of digital content as evidence in criminal trials, highlighting challenges in verifying the timing and intent of online recordings. The trial may influence how courts evaluate digital alibis and livestream evidence in future cases.
Sources
- The Independent — YouTuber filmed Grand Theft Auto ‘livestream alibi’ days before murder, trial hears(9h ago)
- The Independent — Grand Theft Auto streamer ‘faked livestream before murdering pregnant girlfriend’(7h ago)
- Sky News — YouTuber accused of murdering pregnant girlfriend 'recorded livestream alibi four days earlier'(3h ago)
