Coroner tells teenager's inquest British soldier was not justified in firing shot

A British soldier was unjustified in shooting dead a pregnant teenager sharing a last embrace with her boyfriend in Belfast during the Troubles in the North, a coroner said.

Coroner tells teenager's inquest British soldier was not justified in firing shot

A British soldier was unjustified in shooting dead a pregnant teenager sharing a last embrace with her boyfriend in Belfast during the Troubles in the North, a coroner said.

Marian Brown, 17, did not pose a threat to anybody and the British military could not have identified a clear line of fire, Judge David McFarland said.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / 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