29/07/2025
Fourth Person Dies Following Maguiresbridge Shooting
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed that a fourth person has now died following the shooting incident in Maguiresbridge that occurred on Wednesday, 23 July.
Ian Rutledge, aged 43, passed away on Monday, 28 July, after being hospitalised in a serious condition since the incident.
His death follows those of Vanessa Whyte, 45, and her two children, James Rutledge, 14, and Sara Rutledge, 13, who also died in the incident.
Detectives from the Major Investigation Team have reiterated their appeal for anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. Police can be contacted on 101, quoting reference number 276 of 23/07/25.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
Ian Rutledge, aged 43, passed away on Monday, 28 July, after being hospitalised in a serious condition since the incident.
His death follows those of Vanessa Whyte, 45, and her two children, James Rutledge, 14, and Sara Rutledge, 13, who also died in the incident.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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