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The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Gardai launch investigation after wheelchair user pulled from taxi during hijacking in Louth as appeal for info made
GARDAI have launched an investigation after a wheelchair user was pulled from a taxi during a hijacking. The incident took place in Advertisement The passenger is a wheelchair user and had been assisted into the When the He was said to be brandishing what the driver believed to be a firearm. The masked man then ordered the driver out of the car. Advertisement READ MORE IN IRISH NEWS He then pulled the passenger out of the car and threw him to the side of the road. In a statement, Gardai appealed for witnesses to come forward with any information. The statement reads: "No injuries were sustained. Advertisement Most read in Irish News "Gardai are appealing to anyone who was in Dundalk town, Roden Place, Francis Street or Jocelyn Street areas between 10:00pm and 10;50pm and who may have witnessed this The suspect is described as being of average height and heavy set. Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads Gardai added that he was wearing a black monkey hat. Cops are also appealing for anyone with camera footage to come forward. Advertisement The statement continued: "Additionally, they are appealing for those with camera footage, including dash cam footage, from the location at the time to contact Dundalk Garda Station on 042 9388400, the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station. "Investigations are ongoing." 1 Gardai have launched an investigation Credit: Getty Images - Getty
The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Gangland shooting inquest hears new probe details after dad, 24, blasted in 2am attack as gardai plot more prosecutions
GARDAI expect several more prosecutions will follow 'in the foreseeable future' in relation to a gangland murder in Dublin eight years ago, an inquest has heard. Drug dealer Jamie Tighe-Ennis, 24, suffered fatal gunshot wounds to the head when he was attacked on Moateview Avenue, Priorswood, Advertisement The prospect of several individuals facing criminal charges in relation to Tighe-Ennis' death emerged at a brief sitting of Dublin District Coroner's Detective Inspector Donncha Maguire told the coroner, Clare Keane, that he anticipated there would be other prosecutions in the case 'in the foreseeable future.' However, Det Insp Maguire said he believed the He applied for an adjournment of the inquest under Section 25 (2) of the Coroners Act on the basis that criminal proceedings had been commenced in relation to the murder with one individual already having appeared before the courts. Advertisement Read more in News Det Ins Maguire requested a six-month adjournment of the inquest in order to provide greater clarity about the progress of the investigation at that time. Dr Keane granted the application and adjourned the case for further mention to November 12. Tighe-Ennis - who was offering his services as a hitman to Mr Big's The father-of-one, from Darndale, was later pronounced dead at the scene. Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN A stolen Audi A3 which was believed to have been used as a getaway NEW FILE Last November, Det Insp Maguire revealed that a new file was being forwarded to the DPP in relation to the murder of Tighe-Ennis as a result of a development in the Garda investigation. In February this year, John Farrell, 59, of Rialto Cottages, Dublin, At the time of his death, it was reported that Mr Tighe-Ennis had a history of involvement in robberies and drugs and had several criminal convictions including firearms offences. Advertisement He was also suspected of having been involved in several murders in Coolock and Ballymun. A relation of Mr Tighe Ennis, Jordan Davis, 23, was also killed in a gangland-style murder around 18 months later when he was shot while wheeling his newborn baby in a buggy outside a school in Darndale. 1 Tighe Ennis was shot dead in 2017
The Irish Sun
12-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
‘It fills us with hope' says family of Icelandic man missing in Dublin after gardai conduct new searches
GARDAI have conducted further searches in a bid to solve the six-year riddle over the disappearance of a missing Icelandic man. Advertisement 2 Jón Jónsson was last seen in 2019 Credit: Collect The dad of four left the Bonnington Hotel on February 9, but the last sighting was him passing Highfield A true crime podcast series from It emerged today that cops received a number of tips following the Where is Jón? podcast series. And Jon's family told how it had resulted in new searches across a number of areas in Advertisement Read more in News While the searches last month proved unsuccessful, Mr Jónsson's brother David Karl Wiium insisted it was important to 'leave no stone unturned'. He said: 'It's really important to basically leave no stone unturned and always look into every possibility at any given time. 'So that's very optimistic and it fills us with hope.' Jon's family also welcomed a recent meeting in the Hague between the Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Mr Wiium, who had been pushing for seeking more cooperation between the gardaí and Icelandic authorities, described the meeting in the Hague as a 'huge' development. He said: 'Basically, we have been fighting for the Icelandic police and the gardaí to work closer together throughout the years. "So, for us, it's a huge victory that they have already met and that they have already established more personal connections and cooperation. "And what I've been told by the gardaí, the Icelandic police were very cooperative.' Advertisement INITIAL SEARCH The initial search was conducted after gardai The Garda investigation into the disappearance of the dad has continued over the last six years. The missing man was last spotted at the exit of Highfield Hospital heading northbound on the Swords Road towards Collins Avenue in February 2019. Advertisement He left his hotel room without his phone, passport and wallet, although he may have had a large sum of cash with him. Mr Jónsson was visiting Ireland to attend the Dublin Poker Festival. While cops have followed 270 lines of enquires, taken numerous statements and have reviewed hours of CCTV the case remains a mystery. 2 The family believe Jón was killed Advertisement
The Irish Sun
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Gardai start crackdown at popular Irish beach spots over ‘bad parking' as fines set to come in
GARDAI have started a crackdown at a popular Cork beaches and will issue fines for "bad parking". Cork has many gorgeous Advertisement But those out enjoying the sunshine on the golden sand this summer will need to be extra careful about their parking. The new More patrols have been added in This includes parking on double yellow lines, blocking footpaths or cars blocking traffic. Advertisement READ MORE IN NEWS It comes after up to 60 parking tickets were issued in Crosshaven and Myrtleville over a busy period in Cork last June. The fines were primarily for blocking access for other other vehicles, including emergency vehicles. Posting on They said: "Be conscious of parking this weekend! Especially around the beach areas. Advertisement Most read in Irish News Breaking "Increased patrols are being carried out and FCPN's are being issued. "Cards will be placed on some cars in the area to let people know they are issued." Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads Gardai continued: "While a ticket may not be on our screen specifically, keep in mind they are being issued. "Fines will be received in the post in two weeks." Advertisement And the advice for road users trekking to beaches in Cork is clear. Gardai warned: "When parking, make sure that you are not endangering other road users or pedestrians and that parking in the area is allowed." ROAD ALERT And in another popular costal spot a separate alert has been issued for road users. Galway County Council have confirmed installation works set to begin on a proposed solar farm at Ballymoneen will Advertisement The section of L7117 in Galway will force its closure this It will facilitate the installation of ducting services along the L7117 to the proposed solar farm at Ballymoneen. And an alternative route for Irish drivers has been confirmed by the county council. Advertisement 1 Gardai will be out in force around Cork beaches Credit: Social Media Collect
The Irish Sun
03-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Two men arrested over €3m heroin seizure as Gardai smash Mr Big's crime gang plot to smuggle smack onto Irish streets
GARDAI have smashed a plot by the crime gang run by 'Mr Big' to smuggle a huge batch of heroin into Ireland. The mob's plans are now in ruin after officers from the 1 Gardai arrested two men and seized around €3m worth of heroin following an operation in Dublin yesterday During the operation, investigators arrested a man from As the investigation continued, Gardai swooped on a home in Dublin and arrested a man from the Both suspects are being held on possession of drugs with intent to supply. They can be held for seven days before being released or charged. READ MORE IRISH NEWS Detectives believe the drugs were destined for the Irish market. Although Gardai suspect the shipment was arranged by a Coolock based gang who work for 'Mr Big'. One source said: 'This is yet another significant seizure of heroin destined for the Irish market. MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN 'Mr Big's associates are heavily involved in organised crime and this is just one strand of their criminal enterprises. 'Thankfully this part of Operation Tara has led to the disruption of their plan to bring heroin on to the streets. 'Mr Big's gang has an international reach and they have been targeted due to their ongoing involvement in the drugs trade.' Gardai confirmed investigations were ongoing. We will continue to target the criminal organisations that operate at a global level with the intention of impacting the lives of ordinary people all over this country." Assistant Commissioner for Organised and Serious Crime, Angela Willis A spokesperson said: 'As part of ongoing investigations targeting transnational and Dublin based organised crime gangs, Gardai have arrested two men and seized €3m worth of heroin. 'Both men are currently detained at a Garda station in north Dublin.' The drugs have been submitted to the Forensic Science Ireland for examination. The huge heroin seizure was welcomed by Assistant Commissioner Angela Willis from the Gardai's Organised and Serious Crime. The senior officer said: 'The sale and supply of heroin has an especially harmful impact and not only destroys people's own lives but leaves a lasting effect on entire communities in Ireland and elsewhere. 'Disrupting heroin trafficking remains a central focus of our work and we will continue to target the criminal organisations that operate at a global level with the intention of impacting the lives of ordinary people all over this country.'
