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07/02/2014
Woman Charged In David Black Case
A woman has been charged with perverting the course of justice over the murder of prison officer David Black.
Mr Black, a 52-year-old father of two, was killed as he made his way to work at Maghaberry Prison in November 2012.
He was shot in his car as he travelled along the M1 in Co Armagh.
He was the first prison officer in Northern Ireland to be murdered in almost 20 years.
On Friday, police said a 29-year-old woman had been arrested by detectives in Lurgan, Co Armagh, earlier this week and she is now expected to appear at Craigavon Magistrates Court next month.
(JP/CD)
Mr Black, a 52-year-old father of two, was killed as he made his way to work at Maghaberry Prison in November 2012.
He was shot in his car as he travelled along the M1 in Co Armagh.
He was the first prison officer in Northern Ireland to be murdered in almost 20 years.
On Friday, police said a 29-year-old woman had been arrested by detectives in Lurgan, Co Armagh, earlier this week and she is now expected to appear at Craigavon Magistrates Court next month.
(JP/CD)
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12 November 2012
David Black: 'IRA' Claims Murder
A group calling itself "the IRA" has claimed responsibility for the shooting of prison officer David Black. The victim, 52, was shot on the M1 on 1 November as he drove to work at Maghaberry prison. In a statement to the Irish News today, the group said its actions were a result of a mission to "protect and defend" republican prisoners.
David Black: 'IRA' Claims Murder
A group calling itself "the IRA" has claimed responsibility for the shooting of prison officer David Black. The victim, 52, was shot on the M1 on 1 November as he drove to work at Maghaberry prison. In a statement to the Irish News today, the group said its actions were a result of a mission to "protect and defend" republican prisoners.
06 November 2012
Murdered Prison Officer's Funeral Takes Place Today
The funeral for prison officer David Black who was murdered last week is due to take place today. The 52-year-old father of two was shot as he drove to his work at Maghaberry Prison. The shooting occurred on the M1 in County Armagh on Thursday. A private service is to be held at the family home in Cookstown.
Murdered Prison Officer's Funeral Takes Place Today
The funeral for prison officer David Black who was murdered last week is due to take place today. The 52-year-old father of two was shot as he drove to his work at Maghaberry Prison. The shooting occurred on the M1 in County Armagh on Thursday. A private service is to be held at the family home in Cookstown.
07 November 2012
Man Arrested Over Prison Officer Murder
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Maghaberry prison officer David Black. Police have confirmed detectives investigating the murder arrested the man in Lurgan, County Armagh. He is currently being questioned at Antrim police station.
Man Arrested Over Prison Officer Murder
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Maghaberry prison officer David Black. Police have confirmed detectives investigating the murder arrested the man in Lurgan, County Armagh. He is currently being questioned at Antrim police station.
25 April 2014
Prison Officer Released On Bail Over Drugs Offences
A prison officer has been released on bail after being arrested over drugs offences. The woman, reported to be 50-years-old, was arrested on suspicion of possessing and supplying Class A and B drugs at Maghaberry Prison. According to reports, it is understood she was detained on Monday, and released pending further enquiries.
Prison Officer Released On Bail Over Drugs Offences
A prison officer has been released on bail after being arrested over drugs offences. The woman, reported to be 50-years-old, was arrested on suspicion of possessing and supplying Class A and B drugs at Maghaberry Prison. According to reports, it is understood she was detained on Monday, and released pending further enquiries.
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