Beste Crime World podcaster (2025)

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Episode 848: Mr Flashy gang Senior Lieutenant Eric O'Driscoll pleads guilty to weapons offence 19:00

13h ago19:00

19:00

Gucci mob gangster Eric O’Driscoll is in the running for Ireland’s dumbest criminal after content on his own phone incriminated him of serious crime. The 23 year old senior lieutenant in the notorious Finglas gang ruled by Mr Flashy has pleaded guilty before the Special Criminal Court of recklessly discharging a firearm after a video was discovered…

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Double Cross: Old Friends 20:13

6d ago20:13

20:13

Robbie Lawlor's time in Belfast is short. In the aftermath of his death, who is in the frame for his murder? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 847: Kinahan hitman Imre Arakas to be sentenced for murder of MMA fighter 29:30

3d ago29:30

29:30

Hitman Imre Arakas is to be sentenced in a Lithuanian Court on Monday for the murder of an MMA fighter he says he was paid 50k to kill. The assassin hired by the Kinahan Cartel during their feud with the Hutch Organised Crime Group is already serving a sentence for another murder and attempted murder. At the same time, he is suspected of many more …

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Episode 846: Liam Byrne released from prison after serving 19 months of 5 year sentence 16:38

4d ago16:38

16:38

Criminal Liam Byrne has been released from jail just months after he was sentenced for five years for his role in a gun plot. Byrne has been freed less than 20 months into a sentence some of which was served on remand as part of the Labour parties plan to deal with a prison overcrowding crises in the UK. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about Byrne …

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Episode 845: Conor McGregor ordered not to disseminate CCTV footage from civil trial 26:01

4d ago26:01

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Conor McGregor has been told he will go to jail if he the CCTV from the Beacon Hotel in Dublin of victim Nikita Hand is published. Justice Alexander Owen’s at the High Court issued a stark warning to the MMA star to guarantee he will retrieve all copies of the recordings handed over for the purpose of the original criminal investigation into allega…

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Episode 844: Home of tiger kidnapper Stefan Saunders seized by CAB 19:02

4d ago19:02

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The family home of major organised crime figure Stefan Saunders was in the possession of the Criminal Assets Bureau today after they moved in and took the keys of the five bed property after a lengthy proceeds of crime court battle. And Crime World was there to document the end of a long running legal case against the dangerous armed robber. Nicola…

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Episode 843: John Gilligan's life of love triangles and drug busts on the Costa Blanca 15:12

5d ago15:12

15:12

Jailed criminal John Gilligan’s tangled love life and unfortunate brush with the law have collided on the Costa Blanca as he becomes desperate for funds to regain his freedom. Gilligan has been in custody at Fortcalent Prison throughout Christmas, into the New Year, and up to now after a raid on a property where he was staying uncovered pink cocain…

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Episode 842: Four men arrested in Kerry suspected of helping drug gang import cocaine 23:50

5d ago23:50

23:50

Another cocaine drugs plot is foiled on the high seas as Gardai arrest four men believed to be on their way to collect bales from a mothership off the Kerry coast. Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about the latest Garda operation targeting the cocaine cowboys using Ireland's lengthy and largely un-policed coastlines as an entry point for the UK drugs …

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Episode 841: Nikita Hand's legal team seek injunction to prevent release of CCTV footage 25:55

6d ago25:55

25:55

Lawyers for Nikita Hand are seeking an injunction to stop MMA fighter Conor McGregor publishing or disseminating CCTV footage shown during the civil case taken against him which found that he had raped the hairdresser in a Dublin hotel room in 2018. The release of the footage has been discussed on social media sites of a business associate of McGre…

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Episode 840: John George murder - family await news on repatriating his body as investigations continue 11:36

6d ago11:36

11:36

The family of murder victim John George have returned to Belfast where they are awaiting news on when his body is to be returned to them. As Investigations continue in Spain they are hoping a hunt will get underway for a second suspect yet to be brought before the courts. Nicola speaks to Allison Morris about the ongoing nightmare for the Belfast f…

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Episode 839: Former cop John 'Spud' Murphy has privileges revoked after visiting pub while on day release from open prison 19:58

6d ago19:58

19:58

Former Garda Superintendent John ‘Spud’ Murphy who is serving a prison sentence for drug offences was moved back to the Midland jail from the open facility of Shelton Abbey after he was discovered to have gone to a pub during a day release. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about Murphy, his crimes and the lessons of humility that he has yet to learn…

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Episode 838: Living in fear - The dark world of drug intimidation 30:00

8d ago30:00

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Families across Ireland are living in fear of drug gangs using intimidation and fear to collect debts racked up by often young and naive relatives. This is the front line in Ireland’s war against drug crime and it seems that many feel alone, isolated and terrified of the very real threats of murder and violence. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald abou…

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Episode 837: Irish rugby star Denis Coulson expected to launch an appeal after being jailed for rape in France 19:49

11d ago19:49

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Ex-Irish rugby international Denis Coulson is set to appeal his conviction for the brutal rape of a young woman in France. Coulson is currently serving a 14 year sentence in a French jail after being found guilty in a case that sent shockwaves through the sport. Niall speaks with Sunday World’s Eamon Dillon about how a group that included some of I…

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Episode 836: The remote crime scene of murdered John George and a suspect in custody 8:36

11d ago8:36

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The body of murder victim John George was found on a remote spot on a rural road near overgrown lemon groves and abandoned in a hurry. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about a crime scene, a suspect in custody and a father devastated by his son's terrible end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 835: Grandads in the making - Liam Byrne and Steven Gerrard’s new family chapter 18:42

12d ago18:42

18:42

Crime boss Liam Byrne and football legend Stephen Gerrard are set to become grandads after their children, Lee Byrne and his influencer girlfriend Lilly Gerrard, announced a pregnancy. Nicola speaks with Eimear Rabbitte about the romance that has seen the world of crime and sport collide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 834: Remains found in the search for Belfast man John George 17:30

12d ago17:30

17:30

The family of John George are awaiting DNA results to confirm that a body found on waste ground in Spain is their son while police are questioning a suspect from the Czech Republic about his murder. After a nightmare few weeks of search operations, a campaign from the family and ongoing appeals for information, the remains of the young Belfast man …

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Episode 833: Gardai fear loss of life as associates of murder victim Anthony 'Josh' Fowler go on warpath 20:49

13d ago20:49

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Armed gardaí carried out a number of raids last week targeting associates of Anthony ‘Josh’ Fowler, who have gone on the warpath following his murder. The 63-year-old grandfather was knifed to death outside his home in Finglas in November after two men called to his home looking for money. Niall speaks to Irish Independent crime correspondent Ken F…

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Episode 832: Limerick crime gang member Kieran Fogarty to be sentenced for fatal hit-and-run 12:04

13d ago12:04

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A young member of a feuding Limerick crime gang is due to be sentenced later this month for a horror car crash that cost a much-loved student his life. Kieran Fogarty was behind the wheel of a BMW when he crashed into Joe Drennan, who was waiting at a bus stop in Limerick. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about Fogarty’s links to a violent mob in the c…

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Episode 831: John Gilligan's Latest Arrest and the Pink Cocaine Scandal 32:16

14d ago32:16

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Criminal John Gilligan has been banged up in Spain again after police raided a property and seized a large quantity of a substance believed to be pink cocaine - the synthetic drug linked to the death of Liam Payne. Gilligan (72) has been in custody in Fontcalent prison in Spain since before Christmas and has yet to raise bail money to win back his …

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Double Cross: North of the Border 20:24

14d ago20:24

20:24

After the murder of Keane Mulready-Woods, Robbie Lawlor heads to Belfast, and a whole new world of trouble. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 830: The Life and Crimes of Thomas 'Nicky' McConnell 23:20

15d ago23:20

23:20

Gangland killer Thomas 'Nicky' McConnell will be sentenced to life imprisonment later this month after he was found guilty of the feud murder of Gareth Hutch eight years ago. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the life and crimes of a chaotic criminal with 100 previous convictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 829: Secrets of the Costa Blanca: The Murder of John George 32:07

17d ago32:07

32:07

The murder of Belfast man John George in Alicante in the run up to Christmas has left behind a broken hearted family and a web of secrets. So what happened on the Costa Blanca and where might George be buried in an area seeped in gangland crime? Nicola speaks with journalist Allison Morris about her trip the Spanish coast and what she discovered in…

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The murder of Nora Sheehan (Part 2) 29:08

18d ago29:08

29:08

What was Noel Long like as a child? Nicola talks to Long's sister, Julieanna, about the Cork killer's early days with his family, his time in the British Army, and his first acts of violence against women. Listen to the full series by searching 'Beast The Murder of Nora Sheehan' wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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Episode 828: A season of tragedy - Investigating the crimes of the festive season 39:34

18d ago39:34

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It’s been a long and relaxing holiday season for many but a series of shocking road deaths, murders and ongoing investigations into the whereabouts of missing people, including a child, have marked Christmas for others. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald and Eimear Rabbitte about the crimes that have dominated the headlines in recent weeks. Hosted on …

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Episode 827: Jamie Griffin - the Kinahan Cartel soldier trying to go straight 15:50

18d ago15:50

15:50

He was once a leading soldier for the Kinahan Organisation but now Jamie Griffin is working hard to go straight. Griffin was before the courts recently for an assault but a judge gave him a suspended sentence as a mark of his efforts to reform. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about Griffin and his story of redemption. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…

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The murder of Nora Sheehan (Part 1) 28:17

19d ago28:17

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Noel Long was charged with killing Nora Sheehan in 1981, but he walked free. He was charged again in 2022. As his trial for murder gets underway, Nicola and the Crime World team meet Julieanna Moore Watkins, Long's sister, who tells us about her brother's long history of violence. Listen to the full series by searching 'Beast The Murder of Nora She…

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The story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch (Part 4) 30:16

20d ago30:16

30:16

This is the story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, from his early days as a young hoodlum through to his astonishing acquittal in the Special Criminal Court for the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel. How did this quiet-spoken man from Dublin's north inner-city become one of the most notorious figures in Irish criminal history? And how did he end…

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The story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch (Part 3) 27:10

21d ago27:10

27:10

This is the story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, from his early days as a young hoodlum through to his astonishing acquittal in the Special Criminal Court for the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel. How did this quiet-spoken man from Dublin's north inner-city become one of the most notorious figures in Irish criminal history? And how did he end…

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The story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch (Part 2) 26:16

22d ago26:16

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This is the story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, from his early days as a young hoodlum through to his astonishing acquittal in the Special Criminal Court for the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel. How did this quiet-spoken man from Dublin's north inner-city become one of the most notorious figures in Irish criminal history? And how did he end…

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The story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch (Part 1) 31:43

23d ago31:43

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This is the story of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, from his early days as a young hoodlum through to his astonishing acquittal in the Special Criminal Court for the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel. How did this quiet-spoken man from Dublin's north inner-city become one of the most notorious figures in Irish criminal history? And how did he end…

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The double murders of Anthony Campbell and Martin 'Marlo' Hyland (Part 2) 35:24

24d ago35:24

35:24

In episode two, the Crime World team talk to Joey 'The Lips' O'Callaghan about his meeting with Marlo Hyland, and discuss his bloody rise to power. Listen to the full series by searching 'Caught in the Crossfire' wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The double murders of Anthony Campbell and Martin 'Marlo' Hyland (Part 1) 22:37

25d ago22:37

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In the first episode of Caught In The Crossfire, the Crime World team travel to Leeds to meet Anthony Campbell's mother, Christine. Listen to the full series by searching 'Caught in the Crossfire' wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 826: Mother of murdered Anthony Campbell on her grief and fight for justice 34:19

26d ago34:19

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Christine Campbell awaits a decision by the Gardai relating to a cold case review into the unsolved case of her son Anthony’s murder. And as she approached his 18th anniversary, in the weeks before Christmas she, spoke about how she copes at a time of year when others celebrate with their family. In a moving interview she describes the moment she s…

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Episode 825: The crime stories that dominated headlines in 2024 (Part Two) 44:10

28d ago44:10

44:10

In part two of our review of 2024, we continue to look back on a year in crime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 824: The crime stories that dominated headlines in 2024 (Part One) 56:51

29d ago56:51

56:51

2024 was a big and busy year here at Crime World where we found ourselves podcasting about everything, from the unlikely tale of Kerry and it’s connections with the Sinaloa Cartel, to the trial of Conor McGregor. Eight years after the start of the Kinahan-Hutch feud the fallout from the split of the powerful mob continued as Ireland signed an extra…

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Episode 823: Doctor who sexually abused teenage girl at his CAMHS office jailed 20:56

1M ago20:56

20:56

A doctor employed to care for some of the most vulnerable children in Ireland has been jailed for the violent sex abuse of a teenage girl. Amirul Arif Bin Mohd Yunos carried out a series of sick sex attacks on his victim in his office at Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in Dublin. Niall speaks to Sunday Independent crime correspondent Al…

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Episode 822: CAB to auction off speedboat and jet ski seized from Gucci Gang members 20:33

1M ago20:33

20:33

Jet skis and a speedboat seized from two Gucci Gang members gunned down in the Coolock feud will now be sold off by the State. Sean Little and his lifelong friend Zach Parker had a rapid rise to the top of Dublin’s criminal underworld before being murdered in 2019. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how the fruits of their criminal activity will no…

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Episode 821: Prison cell of Charles McClean searched following foiled gangland hit 14:31

1M ago14:31

14:31

The cell of a notorious gangland criminal has been searched after Gardaí foiled a deadly hit attempt in Dublin. On Wednesday, officers swooped on a car in Clondalkin and arrested two men believed to be on their way to murder a rival. Niall speaks to Sunday World news editor Eimear Rabbitt about the botched hit attempt and how Charles McClean’s cell…

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Episode 820: Killer who boasted about punching victim found guilty of murder 10:54

1M ago10:54

10:54

A violent criminal who bragged about punching his victim like ‘Conor McGregor’ has been found guilty of murder. Maurice Boland attacked his innocent victim, Cian Gallagher, for no other reason other than he wanted to commit an act of violence. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about Cian Gallagher’s family’s moving impact statement and their plea young …

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Episode 819: Daniel Kinahan's former home sells at CAB auction 21:05

1M ago21:05

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A house seized by CAB has become the first asset owned by Daniel Kinahan to be sold off by the State. The stunning mansion in Saggart, Co Dublin was auctioned off for €931k last week - far exceeding the asking price of €550k. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how no gangster’s home is safe from the crime-fighting bureau. Hosted on Acast. See acast…

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Episode 818: Suspect in murder of Kyran Durnin found dead at house in Co Louth 12:49

1M ago12:49

12:49

A man arrested over the murder of Kyran Durnin has been found dead in a house in Drogheda, Co Louth. The suspect, who was his 30s, was questioned by detectives last week but had been released without charge on Friday. Niall speaks Sunday World news editor Eimear Rabbitt about how Gardaí are not treating the man’s death as suspicious. Hosted on Acas…

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Episode 817: Martin ‘The Viper' Foley faces losing his home 17:09

1M ago17:09

17:09

Martin ‘The Viper’ Foley cut his cloth in the legendary gang ruled by The General, has survived numerous hit attempts, and has made it to the ripe old age of 74 - but now he faces losing his home. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the CAB case that just won’t go away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 816: Peadar Keating severs ties with fellow Kinahan associate Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh 39:12

1M ago39:12

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Career criminal Peadar Keating his publicly declared his split from his one time boss Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh and criticised him for dragging his son into the world of organised crime. In extraordinary statements during last weeks sentencing for his role in Kavanagh’s plot to hand over guns to police for a shorter sentence on drugs offences, Keati…

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Episode 815: Armagh GAA player arrested after allegation of sexual assault 11:37

1M ago11:37

11:37

An allegation of sexual assault during a celebratory holiday for Armagh GAA has resulted in the arrest of a man who was part of a trip to Miami. Eimear Rabbitte discusses the scandal that has hit the All Ireland champions and their county. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 814: Kinahan gangster Peadar Keating sentenced at the Old Bailey 28:13

1M ago28:13

28:13

Peader Keating was sentenced to four years and eight months at the Old Bailey court yesterday for his role in a gun plot cooked up by his one time boss Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh. But the Dubliner will be headed back to Portlaoise jail after his brief stint in the UK following his extradition from Ireland. Kavanagh’s son, Jack, has also been sentence…

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Episode 813: Two arrests made in six-year-old Kyran Durnin's murder investigation 11:52

1M ago11:52

11:52

A man and a woman who were previously a couple have been arrested as part of the investigation into the murder of six-year-old Kyran Durnin. Two premises are also being searched in the Drogheda area of County Louth where he was reported missing last August. Nicola talks with Eimear Rabbitte about developments in the shocking case. Hosted on Acast. …

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Episode 812: Regency getaway driver Jason Bonney has put a bungalow in his home up for rent 17:33

1M ago17:33

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A bungalow at the back of the home of one of the Regency Hotel getaway drivers was advertised on Daft.ie. Jason Bonney may be serving an eight-year sentence for his role in the feud murder, but that didn’t stop the two bedroom home going on the market for €2250 a month rent. Niall speaks to Sunday World news editor Eimear Rabbitt about Bonney’s cri…

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Episode 811: Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh slapped with Crime Prevention Order 19:16

1M ago19:16

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Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh was back in court in the UK today where a judge was asked to slap a Crime Prevention Order on him and his brother-in- law, Liam Byrne. Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about the restrictions the duo will face when they complete their sentence for plotting a weapons ruse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…

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Episode 810: Irish people smuggling ring leader busted by US Border Patrol 18:06

1M ago18:06

18:06

A smuggling ring used to bring Irish people across the Canadian border into the US has been busted by police. A New York man has been charged after admitting he was paid thousands of dollars to ferry a group of Irishmen into the States. Niall speaks with Eamon Dillon about how Irish citizens are falling foul of people smugglers and US Border Patrol…

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Episode 809: Armagh GAA plunged into crisis by alleged 'serious incident' on Miami trip 11:09

1M ago11:09

11:09

A police investigation into an alleged ‘serious incident’ during a trip to Miami has plunged Armagh GAA into crisis. The Armagh county board have put up a wall of silence around the incident which is said to have occurred on the team holiday celebrating Armagh’s All Ireland victory. Niall speaks to Sunday World news editor Eimear Rabbitt about the …

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