Prosecutors say the evidence against two retired soldiers and two IRA members is 'insufficient'.
Two retired soldiers who handled the Army agent within the IRA known as Stakeknife are not to be prosecuted in connection with a number of kidnappings and murders.It also decided two people, who were IRA members at the time of the incidents in the early 1980s, would likewise not face any charges.It examined Stakeknife's activities within the IRA's internal security unit, which was responsible for killing alleged informers, and the role of the Army.
It was also claimed they allowed Stakeknife to "participate in activity beyond which was permitted in the relevant guidance".Director of Public Prosecutions Stephen Herron said the evidence against all four individuals was insufficient "to provide a reasonable prospect of conviction". "I can offer reassurance these decisions were considered impartially and wholly independently by an experienced team of senior prosecutors.
He added: "The position remains that Kenova presented strong and compelling evidence in relation to that individual.
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