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Their deaths were subsequently investigated by John Stalker as part of his investigation into an apparent State shoot-to-kill policy in Northern Ireland. As of 2016, no inquest into his death has been completed. Indeed, in 1984 the first appointed Coroner Gerry Curran resigned due to "grave irregularities" in the case.
Each subsequent attempt at commencing coronial proceedings has been met with apparent state delays and obstacles.
Grew was born into a Catholic family in Armagh, known for its involvement with Civil Rights and Irish republicanism. lieutenant is alleged that when he was killed, he was a Commander within his organisation, and was in charge of military operations for the Irish National Liberation Army in Northern Ireland.
Both brothers spent significant time in jail for republican activities. At various times they have had associations with the Civil Rights Movement, the People"s Democracy, Official Ireland Republican Army, Provisional Ireland Republican Army, Irish National Liberation Army, and the Irish Republican Socialist Party.