Podcasts about gardai

Gardaí in Pearse Street continue to investigate a fatal assault which occurred on Clarendon Street, Dublin in the early hours of Monday 1st June For the latest on the Anton spoke to Conor Lally the Irish Times Crime and Security Editor.

Gardaí in Pearse Street continue to investigate a fatal assault which occurred on Clarendon Street, Dublin in the early hours of Monday 1st June For the latest on the Anton spoke to Conor Lally the Irish Times Crime and Security Editor.

Paul and Mick answer the first tranche of your questions about Irish crime, themselves and everything in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tributes have been paid to Masuma Sohrabi, known locally as Atijafari, who was found dead near an IPAS accommodation centre in Co Galway. For more on this our Regional Reporter, Teresa Mannion.

Fiosrú, the office of the police ombudsman, is the statutory body which deals with complaints from members of the public and the Gardai about the Gardaí. Police Ombudsman Emily Logan joined Paul ahead of the publishing of the body's first annual report next week.

Calls are continuing across Clare for an increase in the amount of Gardai deployed for duty in the county. It follows on from Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan visiting here last week, where he heard of safety concerns from local business owners, retailers, and elected representatives. This included in Ennistymon where issues around growing anti-social behaviour problems were raised, along with a recent spate of local car thefts In Ennis, a deputation of town centre retailers and business owners detailed ongoing challenges to Minister O'Callaghan, including persistent anti-social behaviour, the intimidation of customers, and rising retail theft. Meelick Fianna Fail TD Cathal Crowe is calling for increased Garda personnel for Clare, while Fianna Fail councillor Shane Talty was among those who met with the Minister in Ennistymon last week. To discuss this further, Cathal Crowe and Sahne Talty joined Derrick Lynch on Tuesday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) An Garda Siochana

Send us Fan MailRetired Garda (Irish police) John O' Brien joins us once again, this time to discuss his career as a police officer during the most dangerous times in recent Irish history.He tells us about his posting in "the south" along the border with the conflicts' most notorious area, South Armagh, better known to some as "Bandit Country". Despite the IRA's rule against engaging Irish state forces John was fired at as he and his colleague gave chase and the two Gardai were lucky to escape unharmed.John also tells us about the Special Branch unit of the Irish police and it's role in conflict as well as his thoughts on Garda collusion with republican paramilitaries and the role that IRA had in the m*rder of infamous Irish criminal, Martin "The General" Cahill.00:00 Intro1:45 John's understanding of Northern Ireland's civil inequalities in 1968 07:10 Starting Garda training 16:35 First Postings  28:35 SOUTH ARMAGH BORDER POSTING48:00 Garda Special Branch 1:24:25 GARDA COLLUSION W/ IRA ??1:33:08 Martin “The General” Cahill (m*rdered by the IRA) PLEASE HELP OUT THE SHOW IF YOU CAN SPARE IT.. THANK YOUhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/goodlistenerpodcast CONTACT THE SHOW: thegoodlistenerpodcast@gmail.com

Paul and Mick report from a busy GRA conference of rank and file gardai in Westport where Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly gave an update on the arrest of mob boss Daniel Kinahan in Dubai. They also speak to three Gardai of the GRA about the issues affecting their members on the ground. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Kinahan is now in a Dubai jail awaiting possible extradition to face trial. With allegations including murder plots against rivals like Gerry ‘The Monk' Hutch, the case could see the cartel boss spend life behind bars. Today on Indo Daily, we uncover Kinahan's suspected secret alias and what lies ahead for one of Ireland's most notorious crime figures. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Robin Schiller, Connor PlunkettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gardai have set up “incident rooms” around the country to hunt down anyone who broke the law during the recent fuel blockades — and it has people raging.Adrian and Jeremy go head-to-head on the big question: should the Gardaí be tracking down truckers, farmers and protesters after the fact… or is it a massive waste of resources that'll only rile people up again?Callers are split. Some say “the law is the law” and want prosecutions to set a precedent. Others argue the protests helped bring fuel prices down and that going after people now is political policing.And as always… it gets heated.

Paul and Mick discuss the week's crime stories - from the son of Gerry Hutch fighting his extradition from Spain, to the tragic death of Scarlett Faulkner. They also discuss four gardai and a former superintendent charged in court in relation to a long running investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There was heated debate in Clare County Council this week, with some councillors clashing over the Government's and in some cases the Gardai's response to last week's fuel protests. Although all elected members unanimously supported an emergency motion seeking enhanced cost of living supports, there were divided opinions over the coalitions response to the oil shock, with Fine Gael Councillor Pat Burke coming out in favour of government efforts. Calls were also made for further cuts to Green Diesel and for more transparency surrounding prices charged at filling stations. Clare FM's Daragh Dolan was in attendance and first spoke to Quilty Fianna Fáil Councillor Michael Shannon. Photo (c) Clare County Council

Mick and Paul discuss the exceptional event over the weekend that saw 10 per cent of the Garda force drafted in to remove the blockades on Dublin's O'Connell Street and other areas such as the Whitegate oil refinery in Cork. The massive operation saw Gardai seize control of the streets again amid an escalating nationwide fuel protest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vince talks abut the protests going on during the weekend and how the guards used pepper spray on protesters, as well as pulling a farmer from his tractor. Was this type of force justified?

Phase 2 of the national speed limit review process has commenced. Work has begun to facilitate the introduction of a 30kmh special speed limit in built-up and urban areas in County Clare. The government circular has indicated that all byelaws are brought to the Elected Members for adoption by 30th October 2026 with an implementation date of 31st March 2027. It is the intention to propose a 30kph speed limit in urban cores of towns where there is significant interaction with vulnerable road users and a greater concentration of economic activity and footfall. All proposals will be determined in accordance with the latest “Guidelines for Setting and Managing Speed Limits”. Mapping of the proposed speed limits is now being prepared for workshops with the Elected Members in Q2 following consultation with the Gardai. Alan Morrissey was joined by Rachel Hartigan, who is a member of Clare County Council's Road Safety Working Group to find out more. Image © Road sign speed limit 30km per hour by ali muhammad usman from Getty Images via Canva

A Garda has been hit with a two-year driving ban after a judge ruled his attempt to chase two illegal scrambler bikes amounted to dangerous driving — mounting kerbs, flying down a busy road, and all in the middle of heavy traffic and kids heading to school.So should Gardaí be allowed to chase scramblers and e-scooters, or is it just too risky for the public?The debate explodes. Some callers say the judge has handed “scrotes” a green light and the guard should get a medal… others insist rules are rules, and a patrol car can't become a weapon.

Crime Correspondent Paul Reynolds spoke to first Sergeant Niamh Connaughton from Tallaght in Dublin on the social media abuse that Gardai have to face.

Teachta Dála Alan Kelly calls for an inquiry into the suspension of Limerick Gardaí.Image via Live95's picture library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Reynolds, RTÉ Crime Correspondent on the latest drug bust

For the latest our Crime Correspondent Paul Reynolds.

A search is under way in County Wicklow by Gardai investigating the disappearances of Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob. Barry Cummins, Crime journalist and author.

The Garda Commissioner, Justin Kelly has been speaking at the Graduation of 167 new Gardai at the training college in Templemore. Our Crime Corrspondent Paul Reynolds has more.

Superintendent Liam Geraghty outlines details of the Gardai's Bank Holiday road safety campaign.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has instructed that the regulations banning the use of scramblers on public roads, public parks and public places are finalised with a matter of urgency. However, the Garda Representative Association are saying that the policies around stopping scramblers on the streets is leaving them exposed. They say that training isn't there to allow them to pursue scramblers and as a result they are not protected.Niall Hodgins is the Vice President of the GRA and representative for Dublin Inner City, and he joined Ciara Doherty to discuss.

Former superintendent Eamon O'Neill, Garda Tom McGlinchey, Garda Colm Geary, Sergeant Michelle Leahy and Sergeant Anne-Marie Hassett have pleaded not guilty to a total of 39 charges of engaging in conduct tending or intended to pervert the course of justice. For more Petula Martyn, MidWest Correspondent.

Gardaí are to be given new powers to ‘spy' on mobile phones to monitor criminals' activity. We find out what they are with Jess Kelly, Newstalk Tech Correspondent.

An inquest into the case of George Nkencho was formally opened this week, who was shot dead by Gardai on December 30th 2020.To discuss the latest developments, Ciara is joined by Irish Times Journalist and Historian, Ronan McGreevy.

Paul and Mick discuss terrorist Abdullah Khan admitting to attacking gardai in an incident caught on camera last year, and to setting fire to ‘The Black Forge Inn' - a pub owned by UFC fighter Conor McGregor. They also discuss the 4th anniversary of the murder of Ashling Murphy and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gardaí are questioning a man in his 30s after the fatal assault of another man in Ard an Rátha. Stephen Maguire editor of Donegal Daily.

Gardai say a family of five in Dublin's Finglas area were lucky to survive an arson attack when the wrong property was targeted by a criminal gang. Former Assistant Garda Commissioner Pat Leahy speaks to Morning Ireland.

This topic on Gardai harassing teens in Crumlin took an unexpected turn when a listener exposed a shocking incident in a Crumlin park

The Gardai have said cocaine is 'pouring' into Ireland to supply the Christmas market. Jason fun de Felde is an Emergency Medicine Doctor with Cork University Hospital.

Paul Reynolds, Crime Correspondent, reports on the latest on the investigation into the death of three year old Daniel Aruebose more than four years ago

An Garda Siochána has launched a public consultation on the use of body-worn cameras by its members. Body cameras are already being trialled in five Garda stations, but should they be rolled out nationwide? Shane discusses with Dr Elizabeth Farries, Director at UCD Centre for Digital Policy, and Dr Pat Leahy, Former Garda Assistant Commissioner for Dublin.

Gardaí have launched a murder investigation into the deaths of Tadhg Farrell and his 60-year-old grandaunt, Mary Holt in a fire at a house in Co Offaly on Saturday evening. A second woman was seriously injured and is receiving treatment at the Midland Regional Hospital in Tullamore. We get the latest on this with Newstalk reporter Kyle Butler and Fergus McDonell, Independent Ireland Cllr for Edenderry.

Gardaí have launched a murder investigation into the deaths of Tadhg Farrell and his 60-year-old grandaunt, Mary Holt in a fire at a house in Co Offaly on Saturday evening. A second woman was seriously injured and is receiving treatment at the Midland Regional Hospital in Tullamore. Shane spoke to the Minister for Justice, Jim O'Callaghan and started by asking him for his reaction to what Gardai are calling a murderous attack.

Tony Geraghty, recently retired naval commander and, Eoghan Corry, Editor of Travel Extra.ie

More than a year after concerns were raised about the disappearance of the young Co Louth boy, Kyran Durnin, an official report on the case is due to be published this afternoon. Kyran was last seen in 2022 when he was six. Gardai believe he was murdered. RTÉ North East Correspondent, Laura Hogan, brought us up to date with developments.

A new pilot programme is launching this week in which 100 gardai will be equipped with taser stun guns. This new proposal from Justice Minister O'Callaghan will argue that currently frontline gardaí have “limited tactical options” in potentially violent encounters. So, will this be supported by members of an Garda Síochána? All to discuss with Tara McManus, Assistant General Secretary of the Garda Representative Association.

A senior detective from the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau has warned that children are being groomed and exploited on online gaming platforms at an "alarming scale". Kate McDonald, reporter with Prime Time.

For the latest on the investigation, our north- east correspondent, Laura Hogan.

The two vehicle collision occurred in Gibstown outside Dundalk on Saturday night and claimed the lives of young people from Meath, Louth, Monaghan and Lanarkshire in Scotland. Our north east correspondent Laura Hogan was in Dundalk. We also hear from the president of Dundalk Institute of Technology Dr Diarmuid O'Callaghan.

The Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan has announced Government approval for the drafting of legislation which will allow for information sharing between The Gardai and schools in relation to violence in the home. The aim is to strengthen protection for children impacted by violence by creating awareness around the situation and support for school children. To discuss this further, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Clare Haven Manager of Services Siobhán O'Connor and Assistant Principal at CBS Primary Ennis Colm Daveron. Photo (c) JasonDoiy from Getty Images Signature via Canva

"I saw a 10 year old throwing bricks are Gardai in City West... There should be a curfew on all teenagers... The Parents Don't Care".. This was a heated debate!

Chaos in Dublin, Garda van burnt out, and fireworks and bottles thrown at Gardai.

//The Wire//2300Z October 21, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: JAPAN ELECTS NEW PRIME MINISTER. DISSENT IN IRELAND AS HIGH-PROFILE MIGRANT CRIME STRIKES DUBLIN.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Japan: Last night Sanae Takaichi was selected to be Japan's first female PM following the striking of a new coalition deal in Parliament.Analyst Comment: Things might get rather interesting in Japan as Takaichi is the most politically conservative PM (by Japanese standards) that Japan has had since Shinzo Abe. Japanese internal politics is often strange to observe from a western perspective, however this election does signal a desire to shift to the political right for the Japanese.Ireland: Authorities are allegedly investigating the assault of a child at a migrant center in Dublin. A 10-year-old girl was found on the grounds of the Citywest Hotel in Dublin after being assaulted by an African migrant. The migrant in question had an active deportation order since March, but had not been deported. Following the revelation of this story, locals protested outside this migrant facility this afternoon. These protests rapidly turned into a riot, and at least one police vehicle was set on fire outside the facility.-HomeFront-Georgia: Yesterday a man was arrested after threatening to conduct a small arms attack at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta. Billy Cagle was arrested after he livestreamed his attack plans on social media, before traveling to the airport to conduct the attack. His family members saw the livestream and notified law enforcement immediately, which led to his arrest in the South Terminal before he was able to conduct the attack.Analyst Comment: This appears to be more of a mental illness situation rather than the standard terror attack. Granted, bullets don't discriminate so in the heat of the moment this was still a very clear and present danger regardless. He was detained at the scene with a rifle in his vehicle, so his threats were probably not idle.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Regarding the situation in Ireland, anytime Irish authorities are this forthcoming with details involving migrant crime, the situation is very serious. This migrant center has been turned into permanent housing for migrants (to the tune of €148 million), and has been the source of scandal following months of locals being terrorized by the inhabitants of this hotel. This facility is also under the protection of the Gardai, as this housing center has been the target of protests by ethnic Irishmen. This has led many to question how a migrant was able to kidnap a child and drag her to the facility, which was being protected by private security guards as well as police. Considering the gravity of the situation at hand, this might be yet the latest catalyst in keeping tensions hot in Ireland.Analyst: S2A1Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground//END REPORT//

Just playing it safe or overely paranoid? On this episode we hear from Melissa (who annoyed a lot of men) after saying that men should NEVER walk behind a woman on the street - it makes them feel unsafe... Then she admitted that she called the Gardai on an innocent man!

Paul reports to Mick from the scene in Donabate as gardai find skeletal remains in the grim search for a missing 2 year old boy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The unsolved murders of Phyllis Murphy, Patricia Furlong, Angie Smith, Inga Hauser, and Patricia Doherty span over a decade of heartbreak and mystery across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Each woman vanished under everyday circumstances—waiting for a bus, leaving a pub, walking home from a concert, arriving in a new country, or shopping for Christmas gifts—only to be found brutally murdered in remote locations. Despite witness accounts, forensic evidence, and public appeals, justice has remained elusive in most of these cases, leaving families and communities grappling with grief and unanswered questions. Their stories endure as chilling reminders of lives stolen and the urgent need for resolution. If you have any information about these cases, please contact the Gardai at 1800 666 111, you can leave an anonymous tip. You can also contact your local Gardai station at https://www.garda.ie/en/contact-us/station-directory/ Click here to join our Patreon.  Click here to get your own Inhuman merch.  Connect with us on Instagram and join our Facebook group.  To submit listener stories or case suggestions, and to see all sources for this episode: https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode was originally published as a Patreon exclusive on 5 May 2019.Two women were murdered in the 1980's in Kilkenny. They were unconnected, and unsolved. It would be years before the two murders were "rediscovered" by the Garda Cold Case Unit - the National Serious Crime Review Unit. Appeals for information were made to the public, and now, 30 years on, there have been developments in the cases....Music:Kevin McLeod, Quinns Song : The Dance Begins. 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