US EditionUse of lethal force in killing of four IRA men by SAS soldiers was not justified, High Court rules
- The High Court ruled that the use of lethal force by SAS soldiers against four IRA men in 1992 was not justified, according to Mr. Justice Michael Humphreys.
- Mr. Justice Humphreys found that the soldiers did not honestly believe lethal force was necessary and described their actions as unreasonable.
- The inquest revealed that the IRA members were attempting to flee and posed no threat when they were shot, contrary to the soldiers' claims.
- State agencies were criticized for perpetuating false narratives about the incident, which influenced media reporting and public perception.
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