Fourth person dies following Maguiresbridge shooting as police renew appeal for information
- Love Ballymena
- Jul 28
- 1 min read
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed that a fourth person has died following the tragic shooting incident in Maguiresbridge, County Fermanagh.
Ian Rutledge (43), who had been taken to hospital in critical condition following the incident on Wednesday 23 July, passed away on the evening of Sunday 28 July.
Mr Rutledge’s death comes just days after the fatal shooting of Vanessa Whyte (45) and her children, James Rutledge (14) and Sara Rutledge (13).
Police formally named the victims last week as they launched a murder investigation.
The PSNI has reiterated its appeal for anyone who may have relevant information—no matter how minor it may seem—to come forward.
“Our investigation is continuing and we remain keen to speak to anyone who may have information that could help us understand what happened,” said Detective Chief Inspector Neil McGuinness in a previous statement.
How to share information with police
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference 276 of 23/07/25, or to use the online reporting form available at:
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting:
