'IRA did not open fire on Bloody Sunday'

A former IRA man convicted of bombing Derry’s town hall returned to the same building today to give evidence about his activities on Bloody Sunday.

'IRA did not open fire on Bloody Sunday'

A former IRA man convicted of bombing Derry’s town hall returned to the same building today to give evidence about his activities on Bloody Sunday.

Gerry “Mad Dog” Doherty, who was jailed for 15 years for a number of terrorist offences including a bomb attack on the Guildhall in June 1972, told the Saville Inquiry that the Provisionals did not fire on the day that 13 unarmed civilians were shot dead by members of the Parachute Regiment.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited