14/08/2003

Britons appear in court over Faliraki death

Two men from Northern Ireland appeared in a Greek court today in connection with the death of fellow countryman, Paddy Doran who was stabbed to death on the holiday island of Rhodes on Tuesday.

Both men, alongside eight other Britons, were formally charged in court with the death of the 17-year-old who died following a fight in a bar in the resort of Faliraki. He was stabbed in the neck with a broken bottle.

A 21-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter with intent, the other nine face less serious charges.

Statements from the men are not expected until Monday.

(MB)

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