Speaking afterwards at Downpatrick Crown Court, Mr Jess, a father of three, along with his partner Heidi McCormick, said that they "can properly grieve for our son now".

This has been a difficult time for the whole Jess family as I'm sure they felt they were under a cloud of suspicion. Well done for sticking together as the truth prevails and the doubters are silenced and put to shame.

We don't think anyone out there would object to you both seeking further solicitors advice to seek a retraction for the irreputable damage that has been done to your character and against your family.

Everyone at ProKick had faith in you. Stay strong until its finally put to rest. Leave the accusations where they should be and we now hope you can both move on from this and start to rebuild your lives.

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