Event held to remember victims of Claudy bombings 54 years on
The nine people who lost their lives in the Claudy bombing were remembered at an event held in the village on Friday evening
On Friday night, bereaved families and injured survivors of the Claudy bombings came together for a special service at the memorial in the village, attended by well over 100 people including several public elected representatives.
The event was organised and facilitated by SEFF victims and survivors group who have supported those impacted by the atrocity over many years.
SEFF’s Director Kenny Donaldson explained: “We remembered nine special people who were mercilessly stolen away from their families via three Provisional IRA bombs.
“As well as remembering those who were murdered or injured, thanks was given for the work of the emergency services on that fateful day.
“The message was one of unity with reference made to the failure of terrorism, that despite its’ efforts to divide the people of Claudy village, it ultimately failed with the people of Claudy gathered together tonight - remembering special loved ones together and standing against violence being used as a means to pursue or defend a so-called political objective.
“It was special to have so many of the families involved in the content of the service.
“We will continue to stand with the bereaved Claudy families and those injured through that heinous atrocity, the reverberations of which continue to this day.
“Even at this point there is an opportunity for people to do the right thing, whilst they remain in this life, come forward and account for what you know in respect of the events of 31st July 1972,” concluded Mr Donaldson.