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Constable Philippa Reynolds (pictured) died when the police car she was in was struck by a stolen Toyota Landcruiser at Dale’s Corner in the Waterside area of the city on February 9, 2013
Unlawfully-at-large prisoner Shane Frane has been extradited from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland.
Frane was arrested in the Republic of Ireland on Thursday, February 1 and extradition proceedings were completed today, Tuesday, August 20 with his successful return to Northern Ireland. He will appear before Lisburn Magistrates Court later today.
The 36-year-old was sought by the PSNI for being unlawfully at large from prison since January 17.
Frane admitted the manslaughter of PC Philippa Reynolds following a fatal car crash in February 2013. He was driving a stolen car which crashed into a police car carrying 27-year-old PC Reynolds, killing her.
He was jailed for a minimum of six years in 2014.
Sergeant Davey from the International Policing Unit said: “Police Service of Northern Ireland continue to work closely with authorities in the Republic of Ireland to return fugitives to Northern Ireland.
“In this particular case, we appreciate the continued and effective assistance of An Garda Siochana in arresting and returning Frane, who was convicted in February 2014 of the manslaughter of Constable Philippa Reynolds.
“We will continue to work closely with An Garda Siochana to locate those who abscond the justice system.
“Our message is clear to anyone who has left Northern Ireland to avoid the consequences of their actions: we will use all powers available to have you arrested and returned to Northern Ireland.”
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