Two people previously linked to the murder of 23-year-old Odhrán Kelly have appeared in court facing drug-related charges.
Kelly’s body was discovered beside a burning car in Maple Court, Lurgan, on 3 December 2023, after suffering fatal injuries including a hammer blow to the back of his head and a machete wound, according to a postmortem report.
Defendants and Charges
Gary Damien Scullion, 33, who is already charged with Kelly’s murder, appeared via video link from Maghaberry Prison. He faces four drug-related charges:
Possession of Class A cocaine with intent to supply on 3 December 2023
Possession of criminal property (money) on the same date
Attempting to supply cocaine between 1–4 December 2023
Being concerned in the supply of cocaine between 1–4 December 2023
Andrea Stevenson, 45, previously charged with assisting an offender, appeared in court for two charges: possession of cocaine with intent to supply on 3 December 2023 and possession of the Class C drug Bromazolam on the same date. Stevenson was granted bail and covered her face as she left the courthouse.
Both defendants are scheduled to appear again for arraignment on 29 January.
Other Court Proceedings
In total, five people have faced charges connected to Kelly’s death. Shane Harte, 33, alongside Scullion, has denied murder. Stevenson and Stephanie McClelland, 38, are accused of assisting an offender, while Crystal Angela Redden faces charges of perverting the course of justice.
Investigation Background
Odhrán Kelly was found beaten and burned beside a car, sparking a major investigation in Lurgan. The brutal nature of his injuries led authorities to charge multiple individuals in connection with the murder.
Detectives continue to investigate the links between the murder and the new drug charges, highlighting ongoing criminal activity surrounding the case.
Northern Ireland authorities have emphasized that all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
