The family of Leo Norney, a 17-year-old from Turf Lodge in Belfast, has published a report affirming his innocence following his shooting by a British Army soldier on 13 September 1975. The report was produced on behalf of the family by Relatives for Justice (RFJ).

Norney was shot dead by a member of the Black Watch regiment shortly after exiting a black taxi. A coroner ruled in 2023 that he was entirely innocent and had been deliberately killed by the soldier.

Linda Norney, the victim's niece, stated that the report informs the public of his innocence after attempts by authorities to discredit him. She noted that Norney was her godfather, was due to marry in January 1976, and had no weapons, as confirmed by a ballistics expert at the inquest.

The coroner's use of the word 'innocent' brought emotional relief to the family, according to Linda Norney. She highlighted the importance of the inquest for allowing the family to be heard after 48 years.

Paul Butler of RFJ, who helped compile the report, described Norney as a typical teenager heading to visit his girlfriend when he was killed. He emphasized the clarity of evidence proving Norney's innocence.

Copies of the report are available from the RFJ office on Belfast's Glen Road.