Newly Released Footage Reveals Noah Donohoe’s Final Moments in Ongoing Information Appeal
Newly released CCTV footage highlights the final moments of Noah Donohoe, a 14-year-old boy who tragically passed away in June 2020. This new information forms part of an ongoing appeal for details surrounding his mysterious disappearance. His body was discovered in a storm drain in north Belfast six days after he went missing while cycling to meet friends.
Timeline of Disappearance
Noah Donohoe left his home at 65 Fitzroy Avenue, located in the Holylands area of south Belfast, at approximately 5:40 PM on June 21, 2020. His last known sighting was at 6:08 PM, captured by CCTV on Northwood Drive.
- Date of disappearance: June 21, 2020
- Time last seen: 6:08 PM
- Home address: 65 Fitzroy Avenue, Holylands, Belfast
Early Morning Departure
The night prior to his disappearance, Noah was observed leaving home around 3:34 AM, returning at roughly 4:08 AM amidst wet weather conditions. The Coroners Service of Northern Ireland has asked for public assistance in piecing together Noah’s movements during this time.
Clothing and Return Details
At the time of his early morning departure, Noah was wearing dark knee-length shorts and a light T-shirt. He carried over-ear headphones in his right hand, and notably, walked barefoot when returning home.
- Departure time: 3:34 AM
- Return time: 4:08 AM
- Outfit: Dark knee-length shorts, light T-shirt, barefoot
Coroner’s Appeal for Information
Mr. Justice Rooney, the presiding coroner, is keen to understand several key aspects of Noah’s final hours. These include:
- Reasons for leaving home
- Possible companions he might have met
- Fate of his flip-flops and headphones
- Whether he had been out during early hours on other occasions
Contact Information
Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the Coroners Service for Northern Ireland. They can be reached at:
- Address: 5th Floor, Laganside House, 23-27 Oxford Street, Belfast
- Phone: 0300 200 7811
- Email: [email protected]
The inquest into Noah’s death has experienced several delays but is scheduled to commence next year. Community efforts for searches following Noah’s disappearance were significant, reflecting the compassion and concern of the local population.
