Family Demands Fresh Investigation for Father's Death | Belfast News

The family of Ronald O’Neill, who died in June 2024, is demanding justice after accusing police of botched investigation into his death. Found at home in Antrim, his children believe he was violently killed—not from a fall as authorities claim—pointing to bruises, broken items, and his sudden withdrawal before death. They suspect “cuckooing” and spent two years digging for answers, with one sibling quitting work to lead their own probe. Police allegedly mishandled key evidence: blood samples were assumed to be his without confirmation, and phone records were ignored when they raised concerns about third parties. Though an inquest ruled death from alcohol-related ketoacidosis, the family disputes this—his system showed no alcohol, and broken ribs weren’t fully explained. A coroner urged a reopened probe, but the family says they’ve heard nothing since. Heartbroken and without closure, they’re now pushing for a fresh investigation to finally uncover the truth behind their father’s mysterious death. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d30b9685d5d42542