A dark storm drain, where 14-year-old Noah Donohoe died in 2020, was found nearly pitch-black, raising questions about why such a test wasn't done sooner.

A recent assessment found the storm drain where 14-year-old Noah Donohoe was found in June 2020 is extremely dark, possibly too dark to see one’s hand in front of their face, prompting questions about why such a measurement wasn’t done earlier. The evaluation, conducted after experts raised concerns and review of photos, involved someone descending into the culvert. The results, expected by Wednesday, may inform the inquest into his death, which is set to begin in January 2025 after multiple delays. Mr Justice Rooney questioned the delay, while Noah’s mother, Fiona Donohoe, observed the proceedings remotely.