Inquest into 14-year-old Noah Donohoe's death paused as juror unavailable

After three days of deliberation totaling 24 hours, the jury investigating the June 2020 drowning of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe was unable to reach a unanimous decision. Judge Mr Justice Rooney halted the inquest in early July, noting that several jurors would not be able to continue and calling the circumstance unprecedented. The inquiry, launched in January, has reviewed testimony from 76 witnesses, statements from 42 additional individuals, and a range of documentary evidence such as maps, video recordings and police logs.

Noah’s mother, Fiona, has been present throughout the proceedings. Jurors are tasked with answering ten specific questions, including the exact date of death and whether police mistakes contributed to the tragedy. The court plans to resume the inquest later in the year once all jurors are available again.