Mr. Drew Harris:

We have conducted investigations. In fact, these are joint cross-Border investigations as well. Some of the individuals engaged in this are careful to make sure that their identities are concealed. Indeed, the characteristic of burning the vehicles and the destruction of evidence is evident in this and has made this particularly difficult.

I do not want to depend upon recollection. I want to be sure of the facts. I felt that individuals had been brought to justice. I ask the committee to allow me to research that matter, because I believe matters were before the courts, although I may be mistaken so I want to be sure. I can then give a written response in respect of that.

These are pretty difficult investigations. The individuals who have engaged in this go out of their way to make sure that they are not easy to catch through, as I stated, the destruction of evidence, concealing identities etc.

This has certainly been a considerable step-up in what has happened, this direct abduction and subsequent very serious assault on Mr. Lunney. We will pursue that with all vigour. We were very concerned last night as this situation developed.