Ronnie Magbray on trial for murder of Hiram O’Neill

Ronnie Magbray, 28, is on trial for the murder of Hiram “Amira” O’Neill, a transgender woman, claiming self-defense. Eyewitness Benjamin Keough testified that O’Neill approached Magbray with a broken pipe during a drug deal on July 6, 2023. Keough, who initially went outside to check on Magbray, described O’Neill's aggressive behavior before the stabbing occurred. He stated that Magbray had previously expressed concerns about a potential setup involving O’Neill. After the incident, Magbray and Keough returned to the apartment, where Magbray reportedly bragged about the stabbing. Both men later surrendered to police. Magbray remains in custody without bond, with the trial continuing on March 18.