Donaldson told police sex abuse allegations were 'unbelievable'
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has denied 18 sex abuse charges in court, including rape, following his arrest in 2024. The court is reviewing police interview transcripts where he categorically rejected the allegations.
Why it matters
The case involves a high-profile political figure and raises significant questions regarding accountability and justice in Northern Ireland.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Julian O Neill , Crime and justice correspondent , Lyndsey Telford and Luke Sproule , BBC News NI PA Sir Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at court on Monday In a police interview Sir Jeffrey Donaldson "absolutely categorically" denied the alleged circumstances around an incident in which he is accused of raping one of the two complainants in the trial against him.
The report adheres to standard journalistic practices by presenting the defendant's denials alongside the prosecution's charges.
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