Further adjournment for attempted murder accused

19-year-old is also charged with several other offences

The court case of a teenager accused of attempted murder has been further adjourned.

Taylor Jake Murphy, whose address was given as care of the prison, spoke only to confirm his name in an appearance via video link at Douglas Courthouse this morning.

The 19-year-old is also charged with several other offences, including two counts of robbery and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.

The court is awaiting the preparation of a psychiatric report.

No application for bail was made; he'll next appear for an update on 23 December.

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UPDATE:

3 March 2026: 

The case was further adjourned.

No application for bail was made; he'll next appear for an update on 10 March via live link from the Isle of Man Prison.

10 March 2026: 

The teenager appeared in court where he entered pleas to some of the offences. You can find out more HERE.