Donaldson sex abuse trial hears police interview from alleged rape victim
The sex abuse trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has heard a recorded police interview from one of his alleged victims. The complainant detailed incidents of abuse occurring during her childhood between 1985 and 1991.
Why it matters
The trial of a high-profile political figure on serious criminal charges is a matter of significant public interest and legal scrutiny.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Julian O Neill BBC News NI crime and justice correspondent, at Newry Crown Court Pacemaker The jury in the Sir Jeffrey Donaldson trial has been played a video recording of the police interview with a woman he allegedly raped and indecently assaulted when she was a child.
The article summarizes court testimony without taking a stance on the guilt or innocence of the accused.
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