Jury deliberations in the inquest into the death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe are set to go into a third day. The panel of eight men and two women has spent around ten hours over two days considering its findings at Belfast Coroner’s Court.
Background of the Case
The 14-year-old was found naked in an underground water tunnel in north Belfast in June 2020, six days after he went missing while cycling to meet friends. The inquest has lasted almost six months, involving 76 witnesses, statements from a further 42 people, maps, video footage, photographs, police logs, and expert reports.
Key Questions for the Jury
The jury has been tasked with unanimously agreeing on responses to 10 questions, including the date of Noah’s death and whether any errors made by police contributed to his death. Mr Justice Rooney has emphasised to the jury that they must reach their findings based solely on what they have heard and seen in court.
Family Presence
Noah’s mother, Fiona Donohoe, has been present for every day of the inquest, arriving at Belfast Coroner’s Court each day. The case has drawn significant public attention and grief.
