Police investigating the murder of Lyra McKee have made a fresh appeal for information on the third anniversary of the journalist’s death.
Detectives have made 30 arrests and nine people have been charged, three with murder and six with public order offences, in relation to the shooting in Derry in April 2019.
“As we approach the third anniversary of the murder of Lyra McKee on April 18th, our thoughts very much remain with her family, partner, friends and colleagues,” said Det Supt Eamonn Corrigan.
“Lyra’s family not only continue to mourn for her but also for her mother, who sadly passed away after Lyra’s murder . . . The investigation into Lyra’s murder remains very active and I would like to thank the community for their response and support throughout our investigation.
“If anyone has any information about the events which led up to Lyra’s murder, and they have yet to come forward, please contact detectives in absolute confidence by calling 101.
“Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers completely confidentially [on] 0800-555111.”
McKee (29) was shot dead as she observed rioting in the Creggan area. An extremist group styling itself the New IRA has previously claimed responsibility for the killing. – PA