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73-Year-Old IRA Suspect Faces Old Charges | Belfast News
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- Sep 10, 2026
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- 119
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Summary
Seventy-three-year-old Arthur MacNally faces seven serious charges spanning nearly four decades, including attempted murder, explosives offenses, armed robbery, car hijacking, and IRA membership—all allegedly tied to a single day in 1987. His defense argues the case is outdated, citing a prior 1988 halt, and now challenges the validity of new DNA evidence due to potential mishandling over 40 years. They’re awaiting a forensic expert’s report before trial, while the judge demands transparency on evidence sharing. MacNally remains free on bail as this complex, time-worn case unfolds. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7e0008408f391c2e