Recent findings from an inquest reveal that Noah remained unaware of his friends’ canceled meeting before his disappearance. Digital expert Simon Young provided a detailed analysis of Noah’s mobile phone, Kindle, and Chromebook usage.
Noah’s Mobile Activity Before Disappearance
During the week leading up to his disappearance, only one of the 28 recorded calls on Noah’s phone was not made to or from his mother, Fiona Donohoe. This call, a brief 32-second conversation from Noah to himself, occurred on the Saturday night before he vanished.
Internet Searches and Locations
Young’s investigation revealed several internet searches conducted by Noah. These searches took place at the beginning of the month he disappeared and featured the following locations:
- North Circular Road
- Cave Hill
- St Malachy’s College
- Belfast City Hospital
- Alexandra Park
On the day he went missing, Noah searched for “Cavehill.” However, there were no records for internet searches related to the areas he passed through during his last bicycle ride.
No Evidence of Dark Web Activity
During the inquest, a barrister inquired about any signs of dark web activity on Noah’s devices. Young confirmed, “I saw no evidence of that.” The dark web is an encrypted section of the internet that requires special software for access, designed to keep users untraceable.
This investigation sheds light on Noah’s digital footprint just before his disappearance, raising questions about his state of mind and the circumstances surrounding the event.
