Soldier F’s real name is David James Cleary. The former soldier kept his anonymity but SDLP leader Colum Eastwood used his parliamentary power to name Soldier F.
Soldier F has been facing charges for murdering James Wray and William McKinney. The murder occurred on Bloody Sunday in Derry on January 30, 1972.
During Bloody Sunday, troops opened fire on civil rights demonstrators in the Bogside, which led to the death of 13 civilians.
Soldier F Real Name
Soldier F’s real name is David James Cleary.
David was the soldier responsible for killing James Wray and William McKinney on Bloody Sunday in 1972.
Furthermore, he has been accused of 5 more attempted murders. The 5 individuals are Patrick O’Donnell, Joe Mahon, Michael Quinn, and Joseph Friel.
Where Is Soldier F Now?
Soldier F, a.k.a. David James Cleary’s whereabouts are unknown as of now.
The only known facts about him are his real name and the charges against him. The majority of his information is not publicly shared on the internet.
Moreover, the media is not allowed to mention his name for various legal reasons.
Were His Charges Dropped?
Public Prosecution Service had plans to drop his charges.
However, McKinney’s brother challenged the case legally, and an adjournment was forced. The case will be heard again in September.
Foyle MP told BBC that the British government granted him anonymity for over 50 years and nobody involved in the murder deserves amnesty. Bloody Sunday resulted in the death of 13 people, and 15 people were injured.
According to sources, PPS on July 2, 2021, revealed that he would not be facing any trial.
Soldier F Family And Age
Details regarding Soldier F’s family are kept a secret.
He was granted anonymity by the judge handling his case. Hence, no records about him or anyone close to him were known. Even his real name was anonymous until the SDLP Leader revealed it.
Soldier F’s exact age unknown, but he is likely in the 70s.