Jeffrey Donaldson takes the stand in sex abuse trial
Summary
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of the DUP, has appeared in court to respond to 18 sex abuse charges. The allegations involve two women who say the abuse happened when they were children, and the case is taking place in Northern Ireland.Key Facts
- Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is on trial at Newry Crown Court for sex abuse charges.
- He denies all 18 charges, which span from 1985 to 2008.
- There are two alleged victims who reported the abuse to police in March 2024.
- Allegations include gross indecency, indecent assault, and rape.
- One alleged victim is called Complainant A, the other Complainant B.
- Sir Jeffrey’s wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, denies five charges of helping him.
- Lady Donaldson is not participating in the main trial because of mental health issues.
- The trial is currently in its third week.
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