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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
My son can't forget watching brother being driven away to death – our lives are torn & can't heal until we get justice
THE mum of murder victim Paul 'Frank' Byrne has revealed how his younger brother watched him being driven away to his death. Ashley Dempsey, 53, told how her son Mark was just 12 when he saw Paul, 20, in a Mitsubishi Carisma with three other men in the Kilmartin Green area of Tallaght, south Advertisement 4 Paul Byrne driven away to his death on July 15, 2009 4 Mark could never forget after witnessing his brother being taken away to his death Credit: Journalist Collects 4 Martina McQuillan was expecting the couple's second child at the time of his disappearance Credit: Barry Mulvey It was the last time His devastated family had to hold off another three months before laying him to rest as they awaited the results of DNA testing. As his family continues their quest for Advertisement READ MORE ON PAUL BYRNE Ashley has made a direct plea to those who saw Paul in the car that day, others who were present when he was killed, and others who know who was responsible for the The mum of five said: 'Our lives have been torn apart. My son Mark will never forget seeing his eldest brother in the car that day. 'The last 16 years have been absolutely horrendous and I wouldn't wish this pain on anyone. 'We often see people we know have information, but they just turn their heads. How do they live with themselves? Advertisement Most read in the Irish Sun Exclusive 'There are mothers, grandmothers, partners and sisters who saw Paul that day and who know who killed him, but yet they have chosen to remain silent. 'As a mother, I am asking them to do what they can to help us, unburden their guilt and just come forward after all this time. 'HEARTS FOREVER BROKEN' 'Our hearts will forever be broken and we can't heal until someone is held accountable for robbing my precious son of a future with his daughters.' At the time of Paul's disappearance, his partner Advertisement Ashley said: 'Paul's eldest daughter has her debs coming up in September, and he should have been here for that. 'Paul's daughters have just missed out on so much over the years and they never got to know him — they were deprived of a loving father.' 'I WANT SOME ANSWERS' As the Garda investigation continues, three of Paul's close relatives have spoken out for the first time about their terrible loss. Dad-of-four Mark, who was just 12 when he saw Paul being driven in the car, recalled his memories. Advertisement Mark said: 'When I saw my wonderful brother in the car that day, I would never have imagined it would be the last time I would have seen him. 'So many lives have been impacted by his murder and someone has to be held accountable. I have a tattoo of Paul, and my kids are asking me about it. 'The last 16 years have been absolutely horrendous and I wouldn't wish this pain on anyone." Paul's mum Ashley 'But I can't tell them yet how he was taken from us. 'I was very young when this happened, but now that I am an adult, I want some answers. Advertisement 'All we are asking for is for someone to show some courage and come forward — even on an anonymous basis. 'My brother deserves justice.' 'DEVASTATED' Sister Leah said: 'I wonder how the people who have kept this information to themselves all these years sleep at night. 'I wonder if they see my brother's face. Advertisement 'There was only a year between Paul and I, and we all just loved him so much. 'We shared the same friends and they have also been devastated. 'How can these people look at us in the street and know that they have the missing piece to the jigsaw that can bring some closure to so many lives?' 'WONDERFUL LAD' And Neil Byrne paid tribute to his young nephew, saying: 'I was like an older brother to him and he was just a wonderful lad who was full of life. Advertisement 'His youngest daughter never got to meet her dad, and this is just heartbreaking. 'This whole nightmare has been soul-destroying for his kids, for his partner Martina, his friends, and our entire family. 'How can anyone live with the guilt and burden of having knowledge of a murder?' ONGOING INVESTIGATION Five people were arrested over Paul's death, but no one has ever been brought before the courts. Advertisement Investigators also seized two cars as part of their probe, yet they have so far been unable to make a breakthrough in the murder case. The prime suspect — said to be a local drug enforcer — spent time in the The other four people also left the country after the killing. The 'I wonder how the people who have kept this information to themselves all these years sleep at night." Paul's sister Leah The ongoing case is being run by Det Insp Seamus Ryan and the team at Blessington Garda Station. Advertisement The senior officer said: 'I have no doubt that there are people in the Tallaght community who have information on this callous murder, but have yet to come forward. 'I want to reassure anyone who has any information that they will be treated in a sensitive and confidential manner.' 4 Paul's mum Ashley and an uncle Neil want justice for his murder Credit: Gary Ashe-Commissioned by The Sun Dublin
Irish Post
15-07-2025
- Irish Post
Family ‘anxious' for answers as anniversary of unsolved murder of Paul Byrne falls
A RENEWED appeal for information has been issued today on the anniversary of the disappearance of Paul 'Frank' Byrne. The 20-year-old's remains were discovered in a wooded area by a forestry worker near Blessington in Co. Wicklow on July 29, 2010. He had last been seen on July 15, 2009 at Kilmartin Green in Tallaght, Dublin. On that day he was reported to have been seen leaving the estate in a 2000 registered wine-coloured Mitsubishi Carisma accompanied by other men. Paul 'Frank' Byrne' remains were found in woodland in Co. Wicklow in 2010 His mother reported him missing the following day. To date, five people have been arrested in connection with the investigation although no one has been brought to justice for Paul's murder. 'It is now sixteen years since Paul Byrne was last seen and Gardaí at Blessington Garda Station are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance and information in relation to his disappearance and murder,' the police force said in a statement today. 'Paul's family are anxious for the investigation to progress to bring them closure,' they added. Gardaí are appealing to those who may have information since 2009, or who may have come into possession of information in the intervening years, to come forward. Gardaí are urging individuals, who sixteen years on may want to come forward to do so, especially if relationships or associations have changed over the years. With the passage of time, people may now feel more comfortable sharing information with Gardaí. Gardaí would like to assure the public that they will treat anyone assisting the investigation in a sensitive manner. Anyone with information can contact Gardaí in Blessington at (045) 865 202, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. See More: Appeal, Dublin, Murder, Paul Byrne, Wickow
The Journal
15-07-2025
- The Journal
Gardaí renew appeal for information over murder of Paul 'Frank' Byrne in 2010
GARDAÍ HAVE RENEWED their appeal for information in relation to the murder of 20-year-old Paul 'Frank' Byrne, whose remains were discovered near Blessington, Co Wicklow on the 29 July, 2010. Paul was last seen on the 15 July 2009 at Kilmartin Green in Tallaght, Dublin 24 when it was reported that he left the estate in a 2000 registered wine-coloured Mitsubishi Carisma accompanied by other men. This was the last sighting of Paul Byrne. Paul was reported missing by his mother at Tallaght Garda Station the following day. His body was found two weeks later in a wooded area by a forestry worker near Blessington. 'To date, five people have been arrested in connection with this investigation, however no one has been brought to justice for Paul's murder,' a spokesperson for An Garda Síochána said in a statement. Advertisement It is now sixteen years since Paul Byrne was last seen and gardaí at Blessington Garda Station are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance and information in relation to his disappearance and murder. Paul's family are anxious for the investigation to progress to bring them closure. Gardaí are appealing to those who may have information since 2009, or who may have come into possession of information in the intervening years, to come forward. They are urging individuals who, sixteen years on, may want to come forward, especially if relationships or associations have changed over the years. Gardaí say that, with the passage of time, people may now feel more comfortable sharing information. They say they will treat anyone assisting the investigation in a sensitive manner. Anyone with information can contact Gardaí in Blessington at (045) 865 202, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Extra.ie
15-07-2025
- Extra.ie
Gardaí renew appeal over murder of man found in forest 15 years ago
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information about the murder of a young man from Dublin whose body was found in a forest near Blessington in County Wicklow, 15 years ago. 20-year-old Paul 'Frank' Byrne, was last seen on 15th of July 2009, at Kilmartin Green in Tallaght, Dublin 24, when its believed he left the area in a wine coloured Mitsubishi Carisma car, accompanied by a number of other men. This was the last time Paul Byrne was seen alive. He was reported missing by his mother the following day and his body was found in a wooded area by a forestry worker on July 29th 2010. Paul (Frank) Byrne. Pic: An Garda Siochana To date, five people have been arrested in connection with the investigation, however, no one has been brought to justice for Paul's murder. Now sixteen years on, Gardaí in Blessington are renewing their appeal for assistance and information and are urging anyone, who may know anything about what happened to Paul, or have learned of any details in the intervening years to come forward. Gardai say that with the passage of time, people may now feel more comfortable sharing information about the case and especially if relationships or associations have changed over the years, and they have assured the public that they will treat anyone assisting in the investigation in a 'sensitive manner' and added 'Paul's family are anxious for the investigation to progress to bring them closure.' Anyone with information can contact Gardaí in Blessington at (045) 865 202, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
RTÉ News
15-07-2025
- RTÉ News
Renewed appeal over 2010 murder of Paul 'Frank' Byrne
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information in relation to the investigation into the murder of Paul 'Frank' Byrne almost 15 years ago. Mr Byrne's remains were discovered in a wooded area by a forestry worker near Blessington, Co Wicklow, on 29 July 2010. The 20-year-old was last seen a year earlier on 15 July 2009 at Kilmartin Green in Tallaght, Dublin 24. It was reported that he left the estate in a 2000 registered wine-coloured Mitsubishi Carisma accompanied by other males. Gardaí said this was the last sighting of Mr Byrne. He was reported missing by his mother at Tallaght Garda Station the following day. To date, five people have been arrested in connection with the investigation, however, no one has ever been brought to justice. "Paul's family are anxious for the investigation to progress to bring them closure," a garda spokesperson said. Gardaí are appealing to those who may have information since 2009, or who may have come into possession of information in the intervening years, to come forward. They are "urging individuals, who 16 years on may want to come forward to do so, especially if relationships or associations have changed over the years". "With the passage of time, people may now feel more comfortable sharing information with gardaí," they said. Gardaí said they will "treat anyone assisting the investigation in a sensitive manner".
