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On an otherwise quiet Wednesday in the village of Abbeylara, County Longford, in April 2000, a man by the name of John Carthy was agitated, pacing his childhood home. Shouting through the window, his cries were barely audible at times over increasing howls of wind. He was armed with a double-barrelled shotgun, which had already been discharged numerous times in the direction of the Gardaí who surrounded the house. By the time Holy Thursday evening arrived, John Carthy would be dead. Mr Carthy, who suffered from bipolar depression and had spent several periods in psychiatric care, fired 30 shots from his home as negotiators tried to mediate with him. The Abbeylara siege, which lasted 25 hours, resulted in Gardai from the ERU discharging four bullets by two separate officers. A judicial inquiry chaired by Mr Justice Robert Barr published a damning report on the Abbeylara siege in 2006. It criticised major shortcomings in the Garda operation, stating that scene commanders had "little training" and "no practical experience" of an armed siege situation. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Ralph Riegel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode we debated whether laws need to be enacted to protect Gardaí from harassment from so-called Citizen Journalists. Gardai are concerned that they're exposed to abuse on social media - which also puts their families in danger.

Mír rialta le ball don Gharda Síochana sa Chontae le eolas agus le Comhairle don phobal agus cur síos ar eachtraí éagsula a tharla sa chontae le seachtain.

The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors has said the legacy of outgoing Commissioner Drew Harris has been one of failing policing strategies, strained industrial relations, and change for the sake of change. Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan joined Cormac.

Garda update with Sgt Eddie Wilde, who joins us with news from across the districts. This morning, we hear about a national drop in burglaries—but why vigilance is still key. He'll also discuss a rise in tool thefts from vans, particularly around hotels, and ongoing anti-social behaviour in the Gorey and Ramstown areas. Plus, renewed concerns in Enniscorthy after fires along the Slaney Nature Trail highlight the need for public awareness and reporting.

According to recent Gardaí figures, residential burglaries during the winter have dropped markedly since the same time a decade ago. Chief Superintendent Seamus Boland takes us through the figures.

with Gda Dave Moran, Killaloe. Originally broadcast Live from the trading Post Tuamgraney for Tuamgraney Harp Festival as part of Saturday Chronicle 5th April 2025 hosted by Pat O'Brien and Anthony Lenihan. https://www.facebook.com/eastclaretradingpost  Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

Kerry captain Aishling O'Connell speaking to John Duggan about balancing life as a member of An Garda Siochána and her football as they prepare for the League final with Armagh.

Gardaí have made a renewed appeal on the 20th anniversary of the murder of art student Emer O'Loughlin in Co Clare.Detectives believe that a man they want to speak to in connection with the killing in Ballybornagh, Tubber, is still alive.But where is John Griffin, and why were so many mistakes made when the charred remains of the young woman were found in a burnt out caravan in 2005?While Griffin, who left his clothes on a cliff edge in a failed attempt to make gardaí believe he had killed himself, will have changed greatly in 20 years, it is likely that he still has his very distinctive tattoo – an Eye of Horus symbol on the front of his neck.Crime and security correspondent Conor Lally traces back the details of the death of this vibrant young woman and why so many mistakes were made in finding her killer.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Aideen Finnegan and John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Paul and Mick discuss the ongoing case of missing farmer Michael Gaine as it enters its third week, how gardai and prison bosses are fighting back against mob using drones, the outgoing Garda commissioner and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garda James Masters from Cobh Garda Station joins Patricia Messinger for this week's Garda File Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shortly before 10am, on Thursday, March 20th, Kerry farmer Michael Gaine walked into a Centra store in Kenmare to buy phone credit. The 56-year-old farmer was reportedly seen later that day in the tourist town but his trip to Centra was the last confirmed public sighting of him.Nearly three weeks later, the sheep farmer is still missing. Gardaí are increasingly concerned he may have been the victim of foul-play. However, the county-wide search remains a missing person inquiry rather than a murder investigation.Cork-based journalist Liam Coates discusses the investigation into the Kerry farmer's disappearance.Presented by Sorcha Pollak. Produced by Suzanne Brennan and John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cathy Halloran, RTÉ Mid-West Correspondent, discusses the renewed appeal for information on the 20th anniversary of the murder of Emer O'Loughlin near Tubber, Co Clare.

Mír rialta le ball den Gharda Síochána sa chontae le heolas agus comhairle don phobal agus cur síos ar eachtraí éagsúla a tharla sa chontae le seachtain anuas.

In our regular Garda slot, Sergeant Margo Kennedy joins us to share important updates and advice for the community including: the upcoming National Slow Down Day, how to stay protected against online scams, tips for home security, a witness appeal, and details on the inspiring Hope and Dream 2025 initiative.

According to confidential documents seen by the Irish Daily Mail, a garda took possession of valuable firearms. They were earmarked for destruction at the force's HQ to sell for profit. Executive Editor Irish Daily Mail John Lee tells us more.

*Trigger Warning* - This episode contains themes of sexual assault, childhood sexual assault, molestation, abuse & childhood trauma throughout.Please watch THIS VIDEO before listening to the episode to give yourself an understanding of Sophie's story. The video is referenced throughout the episode.When Sophie and her Sister who wishes to remain unnamed were younger (Sophie was as young as 3), they had to endure horrendous abuse at the hands of their own cousins. Sophie and her Sister bravely reported what had happened to their family and the police. Less than a week ago, after David and Jonathan Hamilton pleaded guilty, they were handed sentences that simply do not serve a fraction of the justice that Sophie and her Sister deserve.We want to thank Sophie for coming on to tell us her story.We don't generally promote ourselves all too often, we never ask people to share our episodes but in this occasion, we are. Get the word out, something needs to be done. You can also sign the petition set up by Sophie's Sister HERE (share that too)If you have been affected by any of the themes of this episode, please reach out to someone for support:Rape Crisis Ireland: 1800 778888Women's Aid: 1800 341900Samaritans: 116 123If you are in immediate danger or want to report abuse (past or present) please contact your local Garda station, or call 999Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-unpopular-opinion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 56 year old Kerry farmer Mike Gaine has been missing now for 17 days - after he vanished on the 20th of March. He was last seen in Centra in Kenmare. Searches have been taking place involving volunteers, the defence forces, and a Garda investigation is being carried out. Presenter of Kerry Today Jerry O'Sullivan has the latest.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this PalCast, Yousef and Tony discuss the latest news out of Gaza, the rapidly spreading famine and the way in which the international community has largely disgraced itself in standing by as the genocide restarted. We also talk the Garda treatment of the Mothers Against Genoicide activists, the new Irish governments burying of the Occupied Territories Bill and much more. Donate to Dignity for Palestine:https://www.patreon.com/posts/dignity-for-your-124980167

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this PalCast, Yousef and Tony discuss the latest news out of Gaza, the rapidly spreading famine and the way in which the international community has largely disgraced itself in standing by as the genocide restarted. We also talk the Garda treatment of the Mothers Against Genoicide activists, the new Irish governments burying of the Occupied Territories Bill and much more. Donate to Dignity for Palestine:https://www.patreon.com/posts/dignity-for-your-124980167

Fourteen people – including four men – were arrested on Monday after they held an overnight vigil outside the gates of Leinster House. Three of the fourteen individuals were charged, while others received adult caution. However, a number of the women who were arrested and cautioned by Gardaí are seeking legal advice, as they consider whether to submit a complaint to GSOC. Meanwhile, the Dáil this week heard Richard Boyd Barrett read from a letter he received, detailing what the Solidarity-People Before Profit TD said was the treatment one of the Mothers Against Genocide protesters was subjected to, including being ordered to strip naked and subjected to what she described as "absolutely disgusting" treatment. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ennistymon native now Dublin-based barrister and part of a coalition called 'Irish Lawyers for Palestine, Leigh Brosnan. Photo(C): https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122099851814107615&set=a.122099851550107615

Gardaí have seized a number of items from a cave on land belonging to the missing farmer Michael Gaine. The items were found during searches of high land on Mr Gaine's 1,000-acre farm and are being “retained” as the investigation into his disappearance continues.We get the latest on this with Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent.

Gardaí have denied they strip searched a woman who was arrested after a protest outside Leinster House – despite claims from People Before Profit TD Richard Boyd Barrett made under Dáil privilege.We ask Has Dáil privilege become over-used in recent years? We discussed this with Mick Clifford, Irish Examiner Special Correspondent.

Gardai patrolling the streets in Dublin have been told to get tough on crime. A new policy of increased Garda visibility has been introduced in the capital in recent weeks with a focus on tackling anti-social behaviour, drug dealing, aggressive begging, thefts and shoplifting.Foot patrols will be concentrated on O'Connell St, Henry St, Talbot St and Bachelor Quay in particular. But is the new policing policy a short term measure or will it be permanent? And will it make a difference?Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been finding out…

Photos from the Ennistymon Horse Fair of a zebra foal and pony have led to calls from an animal rescue charity is calling for action to be taken immediately. The viral images included one of a man drinking in a pub in Co Clare holding onto a zebra foal and pony, while another showed him walking through the town with the zebra on a strap. A number of animal welfare and rescue organisations have expressed their displeasure over the incident. The Clare-based animal welfare sanctuary, An Cat Dubh has written to the Gardaí over the matter. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dr Rhona Lucas, An Cat Dubh Sanctuary.

Farmers, landowners and residents in rural Clare are being urged to be vigilant due to a high risk fire warning in place. The orange alert has been triggered by low levels of humidity and rain, which has led to an enhanced likelihood of blazes in areas of dead grass and forestry. Fires may occur naturally in the coming days, however people are being urged to report any suspicious or illegal activity to Gardaí immediately and all fires to the emergency services. Clare's Assistant Senior Chief Fire Officer Colm Frawley has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan they want to prevent as much damage and destruction as possible.

Sgt Eddie Wilde joins us for our regular update from the Garda Districts. This week, we discuss a series of burglaries in Wexford, including an appeal for public assistance after a burglary targeting an elderly woman in Tombrack. We also look at drink-driving arrests, a new card machine scam businesses need to be aware of, the importance of dog control after a weekend sheep kill, and ongoing thefts across Wexford.

A series of early morning raids targeting members of a drug trafficking gang known as "The Family" were carried out this week by Gardaí here, with a separate operation conducted by police in Spain. Crime Correspondent Paul Reynolds profiles 'The Family'.

Calls have been made by road safety campaigners for real-time drivers information to be made available to Gardaí at checkpoints.This would allow them to see driver's disqualifications if stopped, as well as their driver number and insurance. Mark O'Meara, President of the Garda Representative Association, joins The Pat Kenny Show to discuss.

Gardaí searching for the missing County Kerry farmer, Mike Gaine, are placing checkpoints at junctions around Kenmare today. They hope to jog the memories of people who may have seen him on the day he disappeared. Our Southern Editor, Paschal Sheehy, has been following developments...

It has been a week since Kenmare local Michael Gaine went missing. Radio Kerry journalist Amber Galwey is in Kenmare as the gardaí are now hosting a press conference. Gardaí will carry out checkpoints in South Kerry today, as part of the search for missing farmer Michael Gaine.

In this episode, Niall asks the crucial question: Would you intervene if you saw someone being attacked? With violence on the rise and more people finding themselves as witnesses to troubling situations, it's a dilemma that challenges our sense of responsibility and personal safety.Some callers think that stepping in is the right thing to do. If someone is being attacked, it's our duty as decent human beings to help out. We can't just stand by and let violence happen in front of us. Whether it's calling for help or physically intervening, doing nothing is simply not an option. Standing up for someone in need shows courage and compassion.While other callers feel it's too risky to intervene directly. You never know if the attacker is armed or if you'll end up getting hurt or even killed. It's not cowardice—it's self-preservation. The best thing to do is call the Gardaí and let professionals handle the situation. Intervening without training could escalate the situation and make things worse for everyone involved.Niall wraps up by acknowledging the complexity of the decision to intervene, emphasizing that while bravery is admirable, personal safety should never be compromised. He reflects on the importance of community awareness and encourages listeners to consider their own boundaries when faced with difficult choices.

Charles O'Donnell and Aisling O'Brien bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes: DAFM TB proposals;Gardaí appeal for information on missing Kerry farmer;Job losses at Dairygold;The latest update on schemes;Restaurants consider removing beef from menus;Growing concern over EU-US trade tensions and tariffs.Don't forget to rate, review and follow The Farming Week, Agriland's weekly review of Irish agriculture, and visit Agriland.ie for more. 

Killian Sunderman clears up the age-old question of what is up with the Germans? Emma's brush with the Gardaí leads us into admin after death, candles, earwax and a psychic reading gone wrong.  Enjoy!  This episode contains explicit language and adult themes. This Podcast is part of the Headstuff Network. Find out more at HeadStuffPodcasts.com This Podcast is sponsored by Key For Her. The code TIGHT can be used sitewide on your first order at KeyForHer.com Click the link and your 20% discount for all Key For Her products will be applied at checkout. https://keyforher.com/discount/TIGHT Producer: Laura Greene Artwork: Alan Bourke-Tuffy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Garda water unit has joined the search for a missing County Kerry farmer. Divers have been searching a disused quarry about two miles from Mike Gaine's home outside Kenmare. The 56 year old was reported missing last Friday. For the latest developments, we talk to our Southern Editor, Paschal Sheehy...

Jerry spoke to Cllr Teddy O’Sullivan Casey who lives in Kenmare about the community’s worry and concern for local farmer Mike Gaine who was last seen on Thursday, March 20th.. Members of the garda sub-aqua unit arrived in the area this morning to help in the search for the 56-year-old.

Mír rialta le ball don Gharda Síochana sa chontae le heolas agus Comhairle don phobal agus cur síos ar eachtraí éagsula a tharla sa chontae le seachtain anuas.

On Monday, gardaí conducted raids on members of a Dublin-based drugs gang known as The Family.The Irish Times reported that the gardaí's National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau has been investigating the group for up to a decade.Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor with The Irish Times, joined Ian Guider on The Last Word to explain the story.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.

Kenmare sheep farmer Michael Gaine, who’s 56, was last seen in Kenmare town on Thursday morning. Gardaí, as well as more than 200 volunteers, Iveragh Coast Guard, Kerry Mountain Rescue, Iveragh Coast Guard and the crew of Irish Coast Guard helicopter Rescue 115 have taken part in the search which has focused on the Carraig East area of Kenmare. Jerry spoke to Mike’s friend Cllr Dan McCarthy who’s the manager of Kenmare Mart. Mike is around 5 feet 10 inches tall with a stocky build, brown/grey hair and a bushy beard. He was last seen wearing an orange woolly hat, black fleece, blue jeans, and black boots. Anyone with information on Michael's whereabouts is asked to contact Killarney Garda Station on 064 667 1160, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any garda station.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 2ú lá de mí Aibreán, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1976 bhí an ECC ag iarradh caith amach ball nach raibh ag déanamh an rud ceart. I 1993 tháinig an nuacht amach go raibh an GAA ag smaoineamh ar cead a thabhairt chuig cluichí rugbaí a imir I bPáirc an Chrócaigh. Dúradh go raibh siad ag smaoineamh ar de bharr go mbeidís ábalta níos mó airgead a fháil don fhorbairt ar an staid. I 1960 bhí Inis chun gach rud a dhéanamh chun na bóthair a bheith sábháilte do gach duine. I 1993 fuair daoine cnámharlach ag Club Gailf Lahinch nuair a bhí siad ag déanamh obair ann. Dúradh go raibh sé fear ó ghlúin eile. Tháinig na Gardaí amach agus dúirt siad go raibh sé ón ghorta. Sin Brotherhood of Man le Save Your Kisses For Me – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo i 1976. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1977 chuaigh Fleetwood Mac chuig barr na cairteacha lena albam Rumours. Bhí amhráin ar an albam cosúil le Go Your Own Way, Dreams, Don't Stop agus You Make Loving Fun. Bhí sé an t-albam is mó a chuir Fleetwood Mac amach agus bhí sé sna cairteacha ar feadh 20 bhliain I Meiriceá agus dhíol siad níos mó ná 40 milliúin cóip timpeall an domhain. I 2001 shínigh Mariah Carey margadh iontach le Virgin Records do 3 albam leis an luach nach mór 100 milliúin dollar. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh amhránaí Marvin Gaye I Meiriceá I 1939 agus rugadh amhránaí Zach Bryan I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1996 agus seo chuid de a amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 2nd of April, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh In 1976 The ECC was on the verge of putting the economic boot in against members stepping out of line In 1993 The GAA considered allowing rugby to be played at Croke park as part of its plans to secure millions of pounds of state funding for the development of the stadium. In 1960 Ennis was to start a big drive to make the roads in the area more safe for all users. In 1993 a skeleton unearthed during development works at Lahinch Golf Club and was believed to be that if a man from another generation. According to the gardai, the bones were most likely from the famine period. That was Brotherhood of Man with Save Your Kisses For Me – the biggest song on this day in 1976. Onto music news on this day in 1977, Fleetwood Mac topped the Billboard 200 with their 11th studio album, Rumours. Featuring such enduring Top Ten hits as “Go Your Own Way,” “Dreams,” “Don't Stop,” and “You Make Loving Fun,” the Grammy-winning album would become the band's most successful release, eventually spending more than 20 non-consecutive years on the US chart and selling more than 40 million copies worldwide. In 2001, Mariah Carey signed what was then the most lucrative recording deal in pop music history when she agreed to join Virgin Records in a three-album deal reportedly worth $100 million. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – Marvin Gaye was born in america in 1939 and singer Zach Bryan was born in america on this day in 1996 and this is one of his songs. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

A meeting of South Clare councillors has heard that new speed limit signs may as well say "160KM/H" due to a lack of gardaí. In the first phase of speed limit reforms commenced this year, most rural and local roads were reduced from 80 to 60KM/H. Despite this,major concerns have been raised over excessive speeding on approach to traffic lights at Cratloe Cross, which is often traversed by children going to and from school or the GAA pitch. Cathaoirleach of the Shannon Municipal District, Cratloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat O'Gorman believes the area should be subject to housing estate limits.

Callers including John Watson remember the late Eddie Jordan. Patricia tells her story of travelling solo for the first time. “Gardaí clash with punk rockers” fans remember The Cure playing Cork on Monday 25 May 1981.

Mick Moran is a former Garda who works tirelessly to protect children from sexual abuse, both with the Guards, and Interpol and now as CEO of Hotline.ie. Mick explained where this child sexual abuse material is coming from and why he cares more about finding the child than the abuser.There's a serious debate about the potential to rehabilitate a sexual offender and Mick gives his take on seemingly ‘lenient' sentences for those caught with this content. He also tells us why deleting child abuse images is the worst thing you can do if you come across them, and explained what you should do instead.It's a heavy topic, but we've never shied away from those before and it's important to discuss this issue so we can all protect kids better and know what needs to be done to make the world a safer place. Sponsored by FBT Gyms.For more info on how we're going premium with TBX go to www.goloudplayer.com/comingsoon

Ronan Slevin, General Secretary of the Garda Representative Association

Gardaí say a businessman arrested in connection with the seizure of more than €10.5m worth of cocaine was previously linked to cross border smuggling and the IRA. The 61 year old is still being questioned after he was arrested driving a truck on the M9 in Kilkenny. Our Crime Correspondent, Paul Reynolds, has the story...

The Cabinet has been discussing changes to public order policing in Dublin. These were promised after the November 2023 riot. Among the changes are the training of more Gardaí in public order policing, and the purchase of two water cannons. The Minister for Justice, Jim O'Callaghan, joins us from our Leinster House studio...

On Tuesday gardaí seized cocaine valued at more than €10 million when they stopped a truck on the M9 in Co Kilkenny.Intelligence led to the truck being stopped and finding no drugs in their initial search of the vehicle, they took it to be scanned, soon finding a hidden compartment packed with 152kg of drugs.As well as seizing the truck, they searched two business premises and a residential address in Co Waterford.A man in his 60s was arrested and taken in for questioning. He has been a target of the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau (DOCB) for some time.Gardaí believe the suspect has links to the Dublin-based gang that is sometimes referred to in media reports as “The Family”. It has surpassed the Kinahan cartel's Irish operation as the biggest drugs network in the Republic.Drugs with a street value of over €10m is regarded as a major seizure, but what impact will it have on the drugs trade in Ireland? Is The Family using the Kinehan playbook in its importation and distribution operation? And will losing such a valuable consignment damage the crime group?Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.