Derry Daily
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
Friday 22°CSaturday 25°C

Derry Daily Derry Daily Derry Daily

  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
CourtsDerry CityLawNews

PPS given four weeks to consult over Soldier F case

March 26, 2022
ShareTweet

Soldier F was charged with the murder of William McKinney (left) and James Wray on Bloody Sunday

THE Public Prosecution Service has been given four weeks to “consider and consult” on the quashing of its decision to drop murder charges against a British Army veteran over shootings on Bloody Sunday.

On Friday A judge overseeing committal proceedings granted the adjournment sought by the authority after it was directed to rethink a determination that Soldier F should not stand trial for two of the killings in Derry 50 years ago.

District Judge Peter Magill also pledged to be ready for any resumption of the part-heard criminal process at the city’s courthouse.

He vowed today: “I will make myself available. It’s as simple as that.

“We can get a court in Bishop Street, I believe, as we did before, if we need to. But one step at a time.”

Thirteen people were shot dead when members of the Parachute Regiment opened fire on civil rights demonstrators in Derry on January 30, 1972. Another of those wounded died later.

Soldier F, who cannot be identified, was formally accused of the murders of William McKinney, 26, and James Wray, 22, plus at least five attempted murders.

But in July last year the PPS announced that all charges against the ex-paratrooper were to be discontinued.

The case against him was reviewed following the collapse of separate criminal proceedings against two other military veterans for Troubles-era offences.

Based on an assessment of the admissibility of evidence from the time, it was concluded that the test for prosecution was no longer met.

A legal challenge mounted by Mr McKinney’s family led to the decision being quashed.

On Wednesday, the High Court ruled that it “crossed the threshold of irrationality”.

Senior judges said the PPS should reconsider the decision taken in a criminal process which has already faced considerable delay.

Following their ruling the committal proceedings were reviewed on Friday at Laganside Courts in Belfast.

During a brief hearing counsel for the PPS requested a four-week adjournment.

“Could I ask until (April 25), the first day back in the new term, for us to consider our position and consult with everyone we need to consult with.”

Granting the application, Mr Magill questioned whether contingency plans were being made for witness availability should proceedings be resumed.

Soldier F’s barrister, Ian Turkington, did not oppose the case being adjourned.

“We can pick up the thread of this conversation, if necessary, on how we approach the next stage of this,” he submitted.

The judge confirmed: “We will list the case for mention on the 25th, wherever that happens to be.”

PPS given four weeks to consult over Soldier F case was last modified: March 26th, 2022 by cassoscoop

Tags:
BISHOP STREET COURTHOUSEBloody SundayBritish Army veteranDefence barrister Ian TurkingtonDistrict Judge Ted Magillhigh courtParachute RegimentPPS given four weeks to consult over Soldier F casePUBLIC PROSECUTION SERVICE
ShareTweet

LEAVE A COMMENT

You may also like

Derry Labour Market Partnership celebrate success of...

9 hours ago

Savour the best of the North West...

10 hours ago

Bin collections and Recycling Centres operate as...

10 hours ago

Finance Minister visits sites of Derry Strabane...

11 hours ago

Durkan: We need to get serious about...

18 hours ago

Police appeal over children playing in derelict...

18 hours ago

Historic US flag stolen from Derry college

2 days ago

Strabane success in promoting Vibrant Town in...

2 days ago

New baby monitor units arrive at Altnagelvin...

2 days ago

Build a future in construction on fully...

2 days ago

Keep in touch

Facebook Twitter Email

Features

  • Sun, sea, spectacular views, historical charm and fabulous food. Tunisia of course

    April 5, 2024
  • Magical trip to see Santa from Belfast

    December 20, 2023
  • DD Travel Feature: Cork’s amazing The Montenotte Hotel

    April 18, 2023
  • Derry cancer survivor Noeleen McMorris reveals importance of awareness

    July 25, 2022
  • Competition! Win tickets to Northern Ireland v England Women’s Euro 2022 match

    June 17, 2022

Courts

  • Man charged to court over Derry drugs seizure

    July 6, 2025
  • Drink-driver charged to court over Derry collision

    July 5, 2025
  • Derry priest faces seven more child sex charges

    July 4, 2025
  • Man charged with possessing indecent images of children

    July 4, 2025
  • Two men in court after £1.2m cannabis find near border

    July 3, 2025

Donegal Daily

    Read More

    • News
    • Sport
    • Courts
    • Jobs
    • Features
    • Business
    • Politics

    Information

    • Contact Us
    • About
    • Advertise WIth Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms & Conditions
    Derry Daily

    © 2025 Derry Daily. All rights reserved.


    Back To Top

    We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkPrivacy policy