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Extra.ie
4 days ago
- Extra.ie
Man held after web threat to kill children sparks school lockdown
A National school was put in lockdown yesterday morning after it emerged a 'disturbed' man who threatened to kill children was in the area. The man, arrested yesterday afternoon, had made graphic threats to Irish children, saying he was going to target them because Irish people had 'p*ssed me off'. Pic: Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin The video, which was circulated online earlier this week, showed a man lying on a bed addressing the camera. He said: 'Irish, I'm coming on top of you now. I'm gonna be slicing your babies, kids and you, good for everybody. Get ready, because you p*ssed me off.' Pic: Karl M Photography/Shutterstock The video had been flagged multiple times on several social media websites but had not been removed. A search conducted yesterday evening revealed that the video was still easily accessible online. Scoil Mhuire, on the Ballyroan Road in Abbeyleix, Co. Laois, closed its doors as a precaution yesterday morning when it emerged that the man may be in the area. An official Garda spokesman said officers investigating 'alleged threats shared online have arrested one male in Abbeyleix', adding that the man was 'detained at a Garda station in the Eastern Region'.
Sunday World
5 days ago
- Sunday World
Man arrested after online threats to ‘kill children and babies' sparks school alert
The suspect, who is aged in his 40s, is now in custody, gardaí have confirmed. A man is in garda custody after a series of disturbing threats to 'kill children and babies' were posted online, sparking a school alert. A 'highly disturbing' video was posted in recent days, featuring chilling threats about alleged plans to target young children. After his video was widely shared online, a group of local people 'descended' upon the man, who is in his 40s and was living in an encampment off the M4 motorway. This group 'broke up his encampment', sources say. The suspect, who is aged in his 40s, was not injured during this fracas. But the man fled the area before re-emerging in Tallaght. It is believed he posted another video, shared on TikTok, from Tallaght Square. Stock image News in 90 Seconds - May 28th The man apparently walked from Tallaght to Abbeyleix in Laois. At this stage, a local primary school had put out an alert, given the grave nature of the threats being issued against children. A Precaution Notice sent out to the school community by Principal of Scoil Mhuire Margaret Slevin at 9.46am on Wednesday stated: 'Dear Parent/Guardian, We are aware of rumours circulating in Abbeyleix this morning. "Please be reassured that we are doing everything in our power to keep the children and staff safe. Everyone will remain indoors today or until we hear otherwise. Thank you for your co-operation with this matter.' It is understood that the man now in custody was never in the vicinity of the school. Gardai also confirmed a major investigation into the incident, as well as the suspect's arrest. A statement said: 'Gardaí investigating alleged threats shared online have arrested one male in Abbeyleix, Co. Laois this morning, Wednesday 28th May 2025. 'The arrested male is currently detained at a Garda Station in the Eastern Region under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984. 'There is no ongoing threat to public safety at this time. As a person is now in custody there is no further comment at this time.'
Dublin Live
5 days ago
- Dublin Live
School put into 'lockdown' as gardai arrest man over alleged online threats
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Gardaí have arrested a man in Laois as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged threats shared online. Officers made the arrest in Abbeyleix, Laois on Wednesday morning following an ongoing probe into alleged threats that have been shared widely across social media. While the veracity of the threats cannot be confirmed, it is understood that the alleged remarks were sinister in nature. In a video circulating on social media a man can be heard saying: 'Irish, I'm coming on top of you now. I'm gonna be slicing your babies, kids and you, good for everybody. Get ready, cause you p***ed me off..." Scoil Mhuire on the Ballyroan Road in Abbeyleix went into 'lockdown' for several hours as a precaution on Wednesday morning before the male was apprehended by Gardaí and is now in custody. In a Precaution Notice sent out to the school community by Principal of Scoil Mhuire Margaret Slevin at 9.46am it stated: 'Dear Parent/Guardian, We are aware of rumours circulating in Abbeyleix this morning. "Please be reassured that we are doing everything in our power to keep the children and staff safe. Everyone will remain indoors today or until we hear otherwise. Thank you for your co-operation with this matter.' Later, after the male was apprehended by Gardaí, the Principal updated parents and guardians of students with a new notice stating: 'We have been contacted by the local guards. A man has been apprehended and is in custody. "We thank the local Guards for watching out so diligently for us. Normal workings in the school resume.' The arrested male is currently detained at a Garda Station in the Eastern Region under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984. A Garda spokesperson confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to public safety at this time but said that as a 'person is now in custody there is no further comment at this time." Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Irish Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
School put into 'lockdown' as gardai arrest man over alleged online threats
Gardaí have arrested a man in Laois as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged threats shared online. Officers made the arrest in Abbeyleix, Laois on Wednesday morning following an ongoing probe into alleged threats that have been shared widely across social media. While the veracity of the threats cannot be confirmed, it is understood that the alleged remarks were sinister in nature. In a video circulating on social media a man can be heard saying: 'Irish, I'm coming on top of you now. I'm gonna be slicing your babies, kids and you, good for everybody. Get ready, cause you p***ed me off..." Scoil Mhuire on the Ballyroan Road in Abbeyleix went into 'lockdown' for several hours as a precaution on Wednesday morning before the male was apprehended by Gardaí and is now in custody. In a Precaution Notice sent out to the school community by Principal of Scoil Mhuire Margaret Slevin at 9.46am it stated: 'Dear Parent/Guardian, We are aware of rumours circulating in Abbeyleix this morning. "Please be reassured that we are doing everything in our power to keep the children and staff safe. Everyone will remain indoors today or until we hear otherwise. Thank you for your co-operation with this matter.' Later, after the male was apprehended by Gardaí, the Principal updated parents and guardians of students with a new notice stating: 'We have been contacted by the local guards. A man has been apprehended and is in custody. "We thank the local Guards for watching out so diligently for us. Normal workings in the school resume.' The arrested male is currently detained at a Garda Station in the Eastern Region under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984. A Garda spokesperson confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to public safety at this time but said that as a 'person is now in custody there is no further comment at this time."
Irish Independent
17-05-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Funeral of boy (16) who died in drowning tragedy in Donegal hears how he ‘touched every heart'
Emmanuel Familola (16) and Matt Sibanda (18) died after getting into difficulty in the water at Ned's Point, Buncrana, last Saturday afternoon. The young boys were playing football on the shoreline and had entered the water to retrieve the ball when the tragedy unfolded. Emmanuel was taken from the water and transferred to Letterkenny University Hospital but sadly passed away during the early hours of Sunday morning. A widespread search involving around 60 rescue personnel was carried out in front of the Buncrana shoreline on Saturday evening and the body of Matt Sibanda was recovered from the water after 9pm. A large crowd gathered for the funeral mass of Emmanuel on Saturday morning at St Mary's Oratory in Buncrana. A guard of honour was performed by pupils of Emmanuel's school, Scoil Mhuire, as his devastated family and friends made their way into the church. The service began with the Safe Haven choir singing 'Amazing Grace' while there was also music throughout the service by Scoil Mhuire's choir. Among the mourners were Emmanuel's mother Glory, his younger brothers Daniel and John, his wider family circle and friends from the Sailor's Rest in Buncrana, local councillors, representatives from emergency services and the Safe Haven Christian community. Commandant Joe Glennon, Aide de Camp to An Taoiseach, represented Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris, and his Chaplain, Father Daniel McFaul, were also in attendance. At the beginning of the mass, symbols representing Emmanuel's life were brought forward to the alter and placed close to the white coffin. Ruth Garvey Williams brought forward a collage of photos from Emmanuel's recent work experience at the Department of Foreign Affairs, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Emmanuel's brothers, Daniel and John, brought forward his Manchester City shirt – a team he supported and loved – and his bible, as he was a person of deep faith. A Certificate that Emmanuel was due to receive last Monday on his completion of his time recently at the Department of Foreign Affairs was also presented. Tony Joel, a neighbour of the Familola family in Nigeria, thanked the community of Buncrana and Inishowen for the support the family received since the tragedy. 'On behalf of the African Community in Donegal, the African community in Derry and the African community in Ireland, and on behalf of Glory Familola and the Familola family back home in Nigeria, we want to say thank you to the Irish people. 'From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank the people from Buncrana, from Inishowen and from Donegal for being there for us from the moment this tragedy happened. 'Thank you to the RNLI, all the emergency services and the hospital staff at Letterkenny General Hospital who tried so hard to save Emmanuel. 'We cannot thank you enough for the unity and love you have given to this family and for supporting us all in this hard time. 'May Almighty God continue to bless this country, continue to bless this community and every family here. Thank you,' said Mr Joel. The funeral mass was led by Buncrana Parish Priest, Fr Francis Bradley, and concelebrated by Fr Cajetan Apeh, from Nigeria. During the homily, Fr Bradley said tragedy occurred when the young boys were playing on the shore and the ball went into the water. 'They appear to have been doing what young boys would – playing football and going into the water to retrieve the ball. 'Despite constant warnings, how were they really to know the real power and danger of the water, the destructive currents and forces which lay beneath the otherwise picture-perfect sea on a surreal afternoon; could any of us say we wouldn't go into the water and risk it a little to make sure the fun would continue. 'None of us can judge the actions which led to such a calamitous tragedy. 'If hindsight were foresight, we'd all have insight. 'Even Lough Swilly itself has another name – the Lake of Shadows, for the more you see of it, the more you realise how the light reflects differently on different parts of the water, at different times, and the result is a constantly changing landscape and mood on the water. 'Although the sun has been bright in the sky these days, the gloomy and foreboding shadow of death has hung over us all on the banks of this lovely lake. 'Again, the name conveys even the mood of our broken hearts. 'It is distressingly difficult for all of us to come to terms with this tragedy,' said Fr Bradley. Fr Bradley also paid tribute to the emergency services who worked tirelessly to rescue the two teenagers. 'The difficulty must be unbearable for those who did their best to save Emmanuel and Matt – the search crews from the RNLI and the coastguard, the flotilla of yachts who combed the lake, and most especially, Ottman and Mohammed, their friends who spent themselves in doing their very best for them,' said Fr Bradley. Emmanuel was remembered as a young man who brought a wealth of joy and peace to his mother and his family's heart and someone who, gently but effectively helped to guide, protect, and feed others in their needs. 'Not only was Emmanuel his mother's first-born son, but he was the eldest grandchild in his family circle too. 'He was precious, but not in the first world sense of being overly sensitive to his own needs or snappy and impolite; in fact, totally to the contrary; for it was he who looked out for other's needs. "He was endlessly patient and kind, and so, so respectful; such an attractive personality given the plethora of gifts and talents he possessed, and every one of them carried with gentle ease and good humour,' said Fr Bradley. The congregation heard of Emmanuel's kind nature as he would help the more vulnerable kids in school who were 'drawn to his fun-loving heart, his warm smile, his sharp wit, and his great charisma.' 'In Emmanuel, they found the shelter they needed amid the storms of life and living. 'He will be missed by so very many of his friends and contemporaries. 'He was a credit to his mother, his brothers, his family and his country; a true ambassador of hope, a witness to how we should never let the harsh experiences of life define us, but rather, that we must allow them to deepen our resolve and refocus our vision on being the person God himself has called us to be,' said Fr Bradley. The large congregation heard Emmanuel was an excellent student who always gave his best. 'Emmanuel distinguished himself by his devotion of heart, by his courtesy, calmness and sense of gratitude for anything and everything he was given. 'He had a serene magnetism to him which crossed social, ethnic and cultural boundaries for his warmth and charisma spoke every language, touched every heart,' said Fr Bradley. Prayers of the faithful were said for the emergency services who assisted at the incident, for Emmanuel's family in Buncrana and Nigeria, and for the local community. Emmanuel's remains were taken from the church to nearby Cockhill Cemetery for burial.
