The jury in the inquest into the death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe has resumed its deliberations for a third day. The 14-year-old's naked body was discovered in an underground water tunnel in north Belfast on June 27, 2020, after he had been missing for six days.
Inquest Evidence and Proceedings
The inquest at Belfast Coroner's Court began in January 2025 and has heard evidence from 76 witnesses, along with statements from 42 additional individuals. The court has also reviewed maps, video footage, photographs, police logs, and expert reports. A post-mortem examination concluded that the cause of Noah's death was drowning.
Noah's mother, Fiona Donohoe, has attended every day of the inquest proceedings. Addressing the jury of eight men and two women on Thursday morning, Coroner Mr Justice Rooney reiterated that they must base their findings solely on the evidence presented in court. He reminded jurors that their findings must be unanimous and emphasized that there is no time pressure on their deliberations, stating that all in court are prepared to continue as long as necessary for them to reach their decisions.
