Det Insp Jim Taylor, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, welcomed today’s outcome and paid tribute to Mr Kiley's family.

He said: "This was a horrific case where an innocent man lost his life in horrendous circumstances.

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"Mr Kiley was run over just a short distance from his wife – the impact on her and the rest of his family is unimaginable.

"I would like to pay tribute to their strength and courage during the last ten months and I hope this outcome, while it won't bring Mr Kiley back, will provide them with some form of closure."