A stepmother convicted of murdering her four-year-old stepson has been named as Tegan McGhee after a judge lifted a reporting restriction.
Evil Act in Limerick Home
Tegan McGhee, aged 32, was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Mason O'Connell Conway. The tragic incident occurred at a rented property in the Rathbane area of Limerick city on 16 March 2021. Mr Justice Paul McDermott handed down the sentence, describing the crime as an act of pure evil.
The court heard that the young boy died from a traumatic head injury while he was in McGhee's care. The details of the case have shocked the local community and the wider public, highlighting the most extreme form of child abuse.
Identity Revealed After Legal Order Lifted
McGhee's identity was kept secret under a court order until today, 14 January 2026, when the judge permitted her name to be published. This allows for full public reporting on the circumstances of this harrowing child murder case.
The boy's father was living with McGhee at the time of the murder. The revelation of her name marks a significant moment in the legal process, providing a degree of transparency to a devastated family and a concerned public.
A Life Sentence for a Tragic Loss
The mandatory life sentence imposed by Mr Justice Paul McDermott reflects the gravity of the crime. The judge emphasised the vulnerability of the victim and the breach of trust involved when a child is killed by someone entrusted with their care.
This case serves as a grim reminder of the hidden dangers some children face. The investigation and subsequent trial have been a painful process for Mason's loved ones, who must now live with the consequences of this irreversible loss.
