# Missing Murderer on Temporary Release | Belfast News

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-09-17T23:58:08+00:00
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A convicted murderer on temporary release to attend his father’s funeral has vanished, sparking outrage and urgent questions about justice system oversight. Gary Anderson, serving a 15-year sentence for a 2018 stabbing death, disappeared during his short leave — a release granted despite initial denial — prompting Stormont’s Justice Committee to demand answers from the Prison Service, Justice Department, and Lady Chief Justice. They’re investigating whether Anderson was permitted to travel outside Northern Ireland and probing the role of any civilian chaperone. Police are urging him to surrender, while committee members call for the Justice Minister to meet with the victim’s family. The court’s reversal in granting release, based on disputed evidence, now casts doubt on the entire process. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/committee-seeks-urgent-answers-over-on-the-run-murderer/a/161613109.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f301739528986a25 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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