Shane Laverty’s brother, Robert, was killed by the IRA in 1972. Robert was an RUC officer and was just 18-years-old. 

Shane tells Robert’s story because he does not want his brother to be forgotten.  

This interview is part of a four-part series featuring people who lost a relative to IRA violence during the trouble. 

The series was produced and presented by Kirsten Elder. 

The BelTel brings you some of Northern Ireland's top journalists, Allison Morris, Sam McBride and Suzanne Breen to name but a few, giving you the inside stories behind what is in the news. Presented by Ciarán Dunbar, the Bel Tel investigates, debates and informs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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