Evidence Presented in Court
The jury in the Natalie McNally murder trial was shown a small black-handled knife discovered at the scene beside the body of the pregnant 32-year-old woman.
At Belfast Crown Court, several items were introduced as evidence, including a piece of paper containing information about diabetes and a silver metal dog bowl, all located near Natalie McNally's body.
Detective Sergeant Stewart displayed the evidence to the court before it was handed to the jury, which comprises six men and six women, for examination.
Defendant and Trial Details
Stephen McCullagh, aged 36, from Woodland Gardens in Lisburn, County Antrim, has pleaded not guilty to the charge of murdering Ms. McNally.
The jury was also presented with photographs taken inside and outside the defendant's residence.
Communication Between Victim and Defendant
The prosecution read WhatsApp messages exchanged between Natalie McNally and Stephen McCullagh in the days preceding her death.
"Right I'm off to stream the night away"
"Good luck, might have a sneak peak later"
These messages indicate communication shortly before the 32-year-old's death.
Victim's Background
Natalie McNally was 15 weeks pregnant with a baby boy when she died at her home in Lurgan, County Armagh, in December 2022.
