Episode 832: Limerick crime gang member Kieran Fogarty to be sentenced for fatal hit-and-run
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 city and the stark contrast between his life and the life of his victim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7 Jan 12min
Episode 831: John Gilligan's Latest Arrest and the Pink Cocaine Scandal
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 freedom.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about Gilligan and his relentless pursuit of the crime game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7 Jan 32min
Episode 830: The Life and Crimes of Thomas 'Nicky' McConnell
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.
6 Jan 23min
Episode 829: Secrets of the Costa Blanca: The Murder of John George
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 her investigations into the lifestyles of those who hold the key to his death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3 Jan 32min
The murder of Nora Sheehan (Part 2)
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 for more information.
3 Jan 29min
Episode 828: A season of tragedy - Investigating the crimes of the festive season
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 Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3 Jan 39min
Episode 827: Jamie Griffin - the Kinahan Cartel soldier trying to go straight
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/privacy for more information.
2 Jan 15min
The murder of Nora Sheehan (Part 1)
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 Sheehan' wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2 Jan 28min
