SEVEN men have been convicted of murder after a man was shot in Greenock in 2023.
Jack Benson, 24, Dale Russell, 31, Martin McCusker, 41, Brendan Balloch, 25, Kieran Hendry, 26, and Michael Munro, 28, were found guilty at the High Court in Glasgow today, following a trial.
They were also found guilty of attempted murder. Kieran Meechan, 29, previously pleaded guilty to murder at an earlier hearing.
Around 1.15am on Tuesday, 28 February, 2023, Neil Canney was found seriously injured outside his property in Nairn Road, Greenock, after being shot on his doorstep. He was taken to hospital where he died a short time later.
Following an extensive investigation, the seven men were arrested and charged in connection with Mr Canney’s death. They are due to be sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow on 12 September.
Detective Chief Inspector Graham McCreadie said: “This was a shocking and traumatic attack that took place in the community and many people who knew Mr Canney witnessed the attack.
“I hope that this sentence brings some degree of closure to his family and friends and our thoughts remain with them at this difficult time.
“Thankfully violent crimes like these in public places are rare. When such incidents take place, we will use all resources necessary to carry out thorough, rigorous inquiries to ensure we track down those responsible to bring them to justice, no matter their part in a crime.
“I would like to thank those members of the public who assisted with our enquiries as well as our dedicated officers who worked tirelessly throughout this investigation.”
