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We're offering a reward of up to £10,000 for information on the murder of journalist Lyra McKee
We are today offering a reward of up to £10,000 for information on the murder of journalist Lyra McKee. The 29 year old was killed during violent rioting in the Creggan area of Londonderry on Thursday 18 April 2019.
Ms McKee, was murdered while observing rioting in Londonderry's Creggan estate. She was standing near a police 4x4 vehicle when she was shot after a masked gunman fired indiscriminately towards police and onlookers.
Ms McKee, was murdered while observing rioting in Londonderry's Creggan estate. She was standing near a police 4x4 vehicle when she was shot after a masked gunman fired indiscriminately towards police and onlookers.
“This murder has sent shockwaves through the local community and across Northern Ireland. Indeed it has attracted global condemnation.
“Ms McKee was merely doing her job as a freelance journalist. We know that this has affected all parts of the community and we urge anyone who has information about those who are responsible to come forward.
“By contacting Crimestoppers, you stay 100% anonymous. Always. You can pass on what you know, safe in the knowledge that you’re doing the right thing. No one will ever know you contacted us and you may also be entitled to a reward.
“Please call 0800 555 111 or use our anonymous online form – your information could make all the difference in helping Lyra’s loved ones and the wider community have the answers they deserve. Only by working together can we keep our communities safe.”
