BBC News, March 9, 2005
McCartney's response to the IRA Statement
"The investigation by the IRA in the murder of Robert is a matter for
themselves.
"For this family it would only be in court, where transparency and
accountability prevail, that justice will be done.
"It is the family's position that up to 12 volunteers were involved in the
cover-up, not the offence in Market Street where up to three were involved.
"However, it was that cover-up which prevented those who murdered Robert
from being brought to justice.
"We met with the IRA at their request on Monday, 5 March.
"During that meeting we were informed of the findings of their investigation
to date, but again it is only in a court that the truth will come out.
"At the meeting Bridgeen (Hagans, Robert's partner) asked the IRA
representatives a question that has been haunting her and the family for
five weeks: why did they kill Robert?
"They responded openly and directly that there was no reason.
"We want the investigation into Robert's murder to be conducted through due
process. Only this will ensure people are held to account for their actions.
"It is now five weeks since Robert was murdered and no one has come forward
with substantial evidence. This must be due to ongoing intimidation and fear.
"Until they do we will continue to campaign for justice for Robert."