Former partner of journalist Lyra McKee hopes her death haunts her killer
Summary
Lyra McKee, a journalist, was shot and killed during rioting in Londonderry in April 2019. Three men accused of involvement in her murder were found not guilty, and her former partner expressed hope that the killer feels remorse.Key Facts
- Lyra McKee was shot dead by a masked gunman during riots in the Creggan area of Derry on 18 April 2019.
- The New IRA, a dissident republican group, claimed responsibility for the killing.
- Three men—Paul McIntyre, Peter Cavanagh, and Jordan Devine—were found not guilty of her murder.
- None of the accused were charged with firing the fatal shot; the prosecution argued they helped the gunman.
- Lyra’s former partner, Sara Canning, said the killer was "showing off" for cameras and expressed doubt justice will be served.
- The trial lasted almost two years and ended more than seven years after Lyra’s death.
- The judge said the murder was an act of senseless violence and acknowledged the verdict would bring little comfort to Lyra’s family and friends.
- Sara Canning said the trial process was emotionally difficult and that the verdict was heartbreaking.
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