Katie Simpson's family say Jonathan Creswell's death was his 'last bit of control'

The family of Katie Simpson have told UTV they feel justice was 'robbed' from them after the man accused of murdering the talented showjumper died suddenly 24 hours after the trial started.

They have called for answers from the PSNI after the chief constable admitted failings in the investigation.Last Wednesday, Creswell who was Katie's sister's former partner was found dead at home.The 21-year-old was rushed to Altnagelvin hospital in August 2020 following an incident at a house in Lettershandoney, but died a few days later.The PSNI believed him at the time despite his violent past.Police Ombudsman report identified there was police misconduct in the initial investigation.

Chloe McConville was very close to her cousin Katie, who she described as being amazing and fearless.

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