FRIDAY, MAY 4: Rebecca Middleton's parents are "disappointed but not surprised" by today's ruling that supports the Director of Public Prosecution's decision not to pursue fresh charges against the chief suspects in her murder.

Dad David Middleton said: "I am disappointed. We were hoping that we could move ahead with this but the judge has said no because it wasn't a special circumstance."

Mom Cindy Bennett said: "I'm disappointed he dismissed it but not at all surprised. I was hopeful for a more positive outcome."

She continued: "There's a need for a change in the law and maybe that's the purpose of this. Maybe Becky's case will be a catalyst for a change in the law."