Husband of alleged victim in Donaldson abuse trial breaks down as he gives evidence
Summary
The husband of one of the alleged victims in Sir Jeffrey Donaldson’s sex abuse trial became emotional while testifying in court. He described how his wife told him about being abused by Sir Jeffrey when she was younger, and explained why she had not reported it earlier.Key Facts
- Sir Jeffrey Donaldson denies 18 charges of sexual abuse.
- The husband of Complainant A broke down in court as he gave evidence.
- Complainant A told her husband Sir Jeffrey abused her multiple times as a child.
- Alleged abuse included inappropriate touching and kissing with tongue.
- The husband said his wife was scared and had never told anyone before.
- The wife had been working through trauma and was afraid to speak out earlier.
- Lady Eleanor Donaldson faces separate charges related to aiding and abetting but denies them.
- The trial is taking place at Newry Crown Court in Northern Ireland.
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