John Quinn

Dr John Quinn was Dr Lawrence's deputy at the Wenley Moor nuclear research facility. He made first contact with the Silurians under Wenley Moor and wanted to keep the scientific glory of his discovery for himself. He told only his assistant, Phyllis Dawson, of his find and obstructed the Third Doctor's investigations.

He contacted the Silurians again, and the leader told Quinn to find the Silurian that Major Baker wounded. The leader gave Quinn the Silurian's summoning device. Quinn searched for the Silurian, and managed to find it before UNIT did. He brought it to his cottage and planned to hold it captive, and force the Silurians to give him the scientific knowledge they promised him. However, the Silurian he was holding captive killed him. His body was discovered by the Doctor. (TV: Doctor Who and the Silurians)

Behind the scenes

 * In the novelisation, Quinn's first name is Matthew.