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Solved December 18, 2022 Homicide

Natalie McNally

Status Solved
Type Homicide
Date December 18, 2022
Location Lurgan, United Kingdom
Victim Age 32
Gender Female

Natalie McNally, who was 15 weeks pregnant, was stabbed to death in her home in Lurgan, Northern Ireland. Stephen McCullagh was convicted of her murder.

On December 18, 2022, Natalie McNally, 32, was stabbed to death in her home in Lurgan, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. She was 15 weeks pregnant.

Natalie's family campaigned publicly for justice. She had worked as a civil servant and was described as a loving sister and daughter.

Stephen McCullagh was arrested and charged with murder. Evidence included DNA, phone data, and CCTV footage placing him near Natalie's home.

McCullagh was convicted of murder in 2024. The case highlighted violence against women and the particular vulnerability of pregnant women to domestic violence.

homicide United Kingdom 2020s solved
2022-12-18
Natalie McNally murdered.
2024-01-01
McCullagh convicted of murder.

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