I don't know about insanity but some things tell me that this man has a very low IQ - the disorganised crime and then stupidly telling the hospital that he lived in Offaly.Well,
This is what I predicted while reading reports of this tragedy.
The crime was absolutely disorganised, the mark of a "madman".
Possible suicide attempt.
And now the revelation of disability.
But, we shall see.
In the UK at least I believe they also often assign a "responsible adult" to people of low intellect to make sure they understand the questions. That happens even when the person is a native English speaker or even if they don't have an intellectual disability - just reason to believe the suspect has low IQ. I saw that on 24 Hours in Police Custody and thought it was interesting. Makes sense too because there's less time wasted on claims of not understanding - whether they be genuine or not.Exactly this. The police and courts will insist on an interpreter so nothing can be... misinterpreted... to prevent him potentially getting acquitted on a technicality. He may not need it day to day, but it ensures there are no misunderstandings in interview questioning.