Lyra McKee: New IRA apologises for shooting of journalist

Dissident republicans admit responsibility for Derry killing and vows 'utmost care' in future

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The New IRA has admitted responsibility for the killing of journalist Lyra McKee, which it describes as a case of accidental cross-fire.

The 29-year-old reporter was shot in the head on Thursday night while covering rioting in Londonderry's Creggan estate.

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