In a dramatic turn in the ongoing trial of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson, the politician has categorically denied allegations of rape and sexual abuse. Donaldson, who previously led the Democratic Unionist Party, took the stand to dispute claims that he assaulted a girl several years ago. He firmly rejected suggestions that his wife may have been aware of or witnessed any abuse, stating that there was "nothing to know". Donaldson's testimony, in which he described an allegation of touching the alleged victim's breasts as "unbelievable", is set to be scrutinized by the court as the trial enters its third week. The case has sent shockwaves through Northern Irish politics, with many watching closely for any developments.
Former DUP leader also rejects suggestion wife knew about or witnessed abuse, saying ‘there was nothing to know’Jeffrey Donaldson is “crystal clear” that an allegation he raped a girl several years ago is “simply not true”, the former Democratic Unionist party leader has told a court.Giving evidence in the third week of his trial on sexual abuse charges, the ex-MP said an allegation that he had touched the same girl’s breasts was “just unbelievable”. Continue reading...
