Maze IRA escaper held in US

Tuesday 26 January 1993 19:02 EST

Your support helps us to tell the story

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.

Your support makes all the difference.

THE RUC in Belfast confirmed that it was seeking the extradition from the US of an IRA fugitive, following his arrest in San Francisco last Thursday.

Paul Brennan was one of 38 IRA men who escaped from the Maze prison near Belfast in 1983. His arrest means three republicans are now in custody in California awaiting extradition. Brennan, from Belfast, was serving a 16-year sentence for explosives offences.

Join our commenting forum

Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies

Comments

Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Thank you for registering

Maze IRA escaper held in US

Join our commenting forum

Thank you for registering