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Man charged with murder as thousands mourn 'Amy' in Northern Ireland vigil

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A man has been formally charged with murdering Amy Doherty following a public outcry that led to massive gatherings of her family and supporters. Hundreds attended vigils across locations including Guildhall, where attendees carried purple balloons while chanting for justice under the slogan "All we want is justice." Police confirmed charges were brought after an investigation into how she was killed in March 2019 concluded with no immediate suspects identified initially but now points to a specific individual responsible.

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    Thousands of people gathered in Londonderry for a vigil honoring Amy Doherty following her death.
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    A man has been charged with the murder, appearing before court on Friday after being found injured by police last Saturday morning.
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    Amy's mother Sharon addressed the crowd emotionally during an emotional address to mourners at Guildhall.
2026-03-28 'All we want is justice for Amy': Thousands gather at vigil for mother after man charged with murder
Saturday 19:45 (approx) Amy Doherty was found injured by police and later died; a court appearance occurred Friday.
'All we want is justice for Amy': Thousands gather at vigil for mother after man charged with murder - Sky News

Thousands gathered for the vigil of mother-of-two, and her father has vowed that changes are needed to a flawed system. A man was subsequently appeared before court charged with Amy Doherty's murder in Londonderry on Saturday morning following an investigation into his involvement by police officers from Co Antrim Police Service Unit (CAPSU).

'All we want is justice for Amy': Thousands gather at vigil for mother after man charged with murder

Thousands gathered at a vigil for Amy Doherty, who died last Saturday following injuries sustained when found by police in her property. A 30-year-old man was charged with her murder along with possession of an offensive weapon and cocaine on Friday morning while appearing via videolink to Londonderry Magistrates' Court.

'All we want is justice for Amy': Thousands gather at vigil for mother after man charged with murder

Thousands gathered at a vigil for Amy Doherty, 28, who died last Saturday in Northern Ireland following an attack that left her seriously injured. Connor McNamee appeared on Friday charged with murdering Ms. Doherty as well as possessing offensive weapons and cocaine; he was remanded into custody pending his next court appearance later this month while the community calls for justice amid broader discussions regarding women's safety in the region.

Hundreds gather at vigil after killing of mother-of-two
In photos: Thousands gather in Derry for vigil in memory of mum-of-two Amy Doherty

Thousands gathered at a vigil for Amy Doherty following her death from aggravated domestic abuse charges against 30-year-old Connor McNamee who was remanded until April 23. The incident has sparked broader discussions regarding women's safety in Northern Ireland, with police having launched an investigation after finding Ms. Doherty badly injured at a property before she died later that weekend.