Episode 840: John George murder - family await news on repatriating his body as investigations continue
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 family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Jan 11min
Episode 839: Former cop John 'Spud' Murphy has privileges revoked after visiting pub while on day release from open prison
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 from his shameful fall from grace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Jan 19min
Episode 838: Living in fear - The dark world of drug intimidation
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 about drug debt intimidation and what can be done to help people living under the fear of ruthless gangs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Jan 30min
Episode 837: Irish rugby star Denis Coulson expected to launch an appeal after being jailed for rape in France
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 Ireland’s most talented rugby professionals ended up in the dock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10 Jan 19min
Episode 836: The remote crime scene of murdered John George and a suspect in custody
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.
9 Jan 8min
Episode 835: Grandads in the making - Liam Byrne and Steven Gerrard’s new family chapter
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.
9 Jan 18min
Episode 834: Remains found in the search for Belfast man John George
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 were discovered about 15 minutes from where he was last seen alive.Nicola speaks with Eimear Rabbitte with an update on a murder investigation on the Costa Blanca. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8 Jan 17min
Episode 833: Gardai fear loss of life as associates of murder victim Anthony 'Josh' Fowler go on warpath
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 Foy about how Fowler’s associates have been waging a campaign of terror since his murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8 Jan 20min
