In all our interests to solve du Plantier investigation

Newspaper reports indicate Mr Ian Bailey is calling on the Minister for Justice and Acting Garda Commissioner to refrain from any further co-operation with the French investigation into the murder of Sophie Tuscon de Plantier. This is his legal right as a citizen of this country.

Mr Bailey may feel aggrieved by the manner in which he was treated during the investigation of this murder. He will have the opportunity to address such grievances through the courts. This should not detract from the fact a murder has been committed and needs to be fully investigated.

The family of Sophie Tuscon du Plantier unfortunately have yet to find closure.