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Two people appear in court over Waterford arson attack
Two people appear in court after Waterford City buries its dead - a family killed as debate rages over the increase in drug debt intimidation.
So what is the state of the criminal underworld where life is cheap and money is king?
Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about a cultural shift which is shocking the nation.
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Carlow woman who stabbed her ex-partner to death had violent history
A woman who stabbed her ex-partner to death while serving a suspended sentence for a pickaxe attack on his partner has been jailed for life.
Sabrina Kehoe was free to murder Darren Quigley after being allowed to walk out of court despite admitting to breaking into his house and attacking his sleeping girlfriend.
Niall talks to to Crime World’s Patrick O’Connell about Kehoe’s violent past and the devastation she has left behind.
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Killer branded ‘enemy No1’ by fellow inmates after posting TikTok mocking politician
A cheeky TikTok video posted by a convicted murderer behind bars in prison in Northern Ireland mocking the Justice Minister Naomi Long has led to a crackdown on phones behind bars.
Weeks after Encrochat convict Dessie Enfield was caught trying to smuggle a phone into custody, killer Sean Anderson’s public posting has focused attention on the use of smartphones.
Nicola speaks to Crime World's Steven Moore.
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The gangster’s moll involved in the feud-linked murder of Jamie Tighe-Ennis
A former gangster's moll Ciara Mahony has pleaded guilty to her role in the murder of Jamie Tighe-Ennis, admitting that she met and spoke with him on the night he was shot dead.
Mahony is due to be sentenced in the coming weeks for facilitating the murder of Ennis, who was shot dead in 2017.
Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about Mahony and the gangland men in her past.
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Dubliner ‘celebrated’ Robbie Lawlor killing, court told
A bail hearing for murder accused Paul Drew has heard that the PSNI case against him will claim he gloated about the shooting of Robbie Lawlor with co-accused Jonathan Gill and laughed about the arrest of the wrong suspects in the immediate aftermath of his death.
Drew was refused bail in Belfast but a court heard messages which the PSNI claim were sent and which were received by him on an Encrochat phone.
Nicola speaks with Niall Donald.
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Dirty Money: Three decades of the CAB (Part 3)
It’s three decades since the Criminal Assets Bureau started to follow the dirty money trail into the homes and the pockets of some of Ireland’s most prolific criminals.
From old school bank robbers to modern day cocaine cowboys, the Bureau has pursued homes, cash, luxury cars and even shoes which they identify as the profits of crime.
In part three of our three-part special Dirty Money: Three Decades of the CAB, Nicola talks with Eamon Dillon.
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Jeffrey Donaldson given 15 years - but will be out in seven
Jeffrey Donaldson received a 15 year sentence in prison for his crimes. He was given 11 years for rape against Victim B and four years for all offences against Victim A, to be served consecutively.
The former MP and ex-DUP leader was sentenced in Newry Courthouse on Thursday morning.
However, later on Thursday after the Lady Chief Justice confirmed Donaldson will actually walk free in seven-and-a-half years.
That is because the crimes were committed before the law changed in 2008, so he will automatically be entitled to 50pc remission of his sentence.
He was...
Dirty Money: Three decades of the CAB (Part 2)
It’s three decades since the Criminal Assets Bureau started to follow the dirty money trail into the homes and the pockets of some of Ireland’s most prolific criminals.
From old school bank robbers to modern day cocaine cowboys, the Bureau has pursued homes, cash, luxury cars and even shoes which they identify as the profits of crime.
In part two of our three-part special Dirty Money: Three Decades of the CAB, Nicola talks with Eamon Dillon.
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Jeffrey Donaldson will serve 15 years in prison
Jeffrey Donaldson will serve 15 years in prison for his crimes. He was given 11 years for rape against Victim B and four years for all offences against Victim A, to be served consecutively.
The former MP and ex-DUP leader was sentenced in Newry Courthouse on Thursday.
He was found guilty of 18 child sex abuse charges, including rape, in June.
Donaldson is trying to win an appeal, and his denials were an aggravating factor in the sentencing.
However, as it stands, the 63-year-old will emerge from prison as a 78-year-old pensioner.
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Dirty Money: Three decades of the CAB (Part 1)
It’s three decades since the Criminal Assets Bureau started to follow the dirty money trail into the homes and the pockets of some of Ireland’s most prolific criminals.
From old school bank robbers to modern day cocaine cowboys, the Bureau has pursued homes, cash, luxury cars and even shoes which they identify as the profits of crime.
In part one of our three-part special: Dirty Money: Three Decades of the CAB Nicola talks with Eamon Dillon.
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Dublin woman criticises Swiss clinic over mum’s assisted suicide
In July 2025, Maureen Slough travelled to Switzerland to end her own life, leaving her devastated family searching for answers.
But what safeguards are in place at assisted dying clinics? And could grieving families find themselves facing criminal investigations?
Denise Smith speaks to Megan Royal about her mother's death, the trauma left behind, and her fight for meaningful safeguards.
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Homes of Waterford criminals raided in probe into arson murders of family as gardai seize cars
Gardai have carried out a series of raids targeting a drugs gang suspected of being involved in the horror arson attack that cost four lives in Waterford.
Niall talks to Crime World’s Eimear Rabbitt about the progress in the investigation and the scourge of drug related intimidation gripping Ireland.
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How alleged theft of cocaine haul led to breakout of latest gangland feud in Dublin
A violent feud has broken out between two West Dublin gangs after a massive haul of cocaine was stolen from a stash house. The dispute has seen arson attacks, shootings, savage assaults, and viable bombs being placed outside homes.
Niall talks to Crime World's Ken Foy about how associates of convicted drugs trafficker Alan Boggans have been linked to the feud.
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Couple killed with two children in Waterford house fire were previously targeted by criminals
Four innocent people including two children have been killed after their Waterford home was firebombed in the early hours of the morning.
Niall talks to Crime World's Eimear Rabbitt about how the couple killed in the fire, Philip and Kim English, had previously been targeted by local criminals.
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Who is Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson?
He has been described as the most important man in Northern Ireland, an unelected influencer whose tentacles have gone all the way to the top of Unionist politics.
Found in court to have committed perjury, aspiring lawyer and advisor to the Orange Order’s campaign to march on the Garvaghy Road, Jamie Bryson has proved himself to be a divisive character who grabs headlines, enjoys the limelight but who also should not be underestimated or misunderstood.
So who is Bryson, what is his background and what are his ambitions?
Nicola speaks to Niall Do...
Encrochat Eight trio jailed for roles in organised crime
Three more members of the so-called Encrochat Eight have been jailed for their roles in organised crime.
Darran McConville, Jeffrey McClean, and Desmond Enfield were caught as part of the National Crime Agency’s Operation Venetic targeting the Europe wide illicit use of encrypted mobile phones.
Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about their guilty pleas and the why the judge showed them some mercy when sentencing each for serious crimes.
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Daniel Kinahan to apply for bail as court told he intends to fight crime gang charge
Daniel Kinahan's new lawyer Darragh Mackin came out fighting today, telling the Special Criminal Court the alleged cartel leader will fully contest the case and plans to apply for bail. Niall talks to Crime World's Jenny Friel about Kinahan's defence and the next steps in the state's case.
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The American Idol wife killer case and its parallels with the Joe O'Reilly trial
The trial of American Idol star Caleb Flynn for the brutal murder of his wife has gripped the US for weeks as it revealed details of the dark underbelly of seemingly perfect actions.
Flynn's cold-blooded double life has echoes of one of Ireland's most infamous murderers: Joe O'Reilly.
Niall speaks to Crime World's Jenny Friel about Flynn's trial and her dealings with Joe O'Reilly - including how he brought her on a tour of his home to show her where his wife Rachel had been killed.
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Jonathan Gill in last chance saloon after extradition court fail
Jonathan Gill's extradition for the murder of Robbie Lawlor is one step closer after another legal bid was rejected today.
Niall speaks to Crime World's Eamon Dillon about how Gill will now try to go to the Supreme Court in a last-gasp chance to avoid being extradited.
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Meet the paedo hunting grandmother who vows to keep catching predators
A grandmother who has acted as a decoy for a pedophile hunter group that carries out online stings has hit out at claims they are vigilantes.
Niall Donald speaks to Suzanne Plunkett, also known as Jess Hunter, about the controversial stings, how they affect her, and why she is proud of the work she does.
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Mr Flashy enforcer Scott Capper enjoys new-found freedom after prison release
Former Mr Flashy enforcer Scott Capper has turned Tik Tok influencer since his release from jail posing with a Shetland pony amongst other content he is posting.
Nicola talks with Niall Donald about Capper and his new found freedom.
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EncroChat kingpin Mark Dunford plots drug empire comeback from behind bars
Encrochat convict Mark Dunford is desperate to make money behind bars as he serves a 10 year and six month sentence for his involvement in organised crime and drug dealing.
But the 51-year-old is heavily in debt after pocketing funds from other criminals.
Nicola talks with Steven Moore about the criminal and his prospects in prison.
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Gangland rapist Thomas O’Neill undergoes surgery to remove bullet from leg after shooting
Gangland rapist Thomas O’Neill is recovering in hospital after being shot in the leg in Hyde Road in Limerick which was once the centre of the violent Dundon crime empire.
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Donaldson still in Maghaberry hospital as old home goes up for sale
He was once known as the Right Honourable Sir Jeffrey Donaldson but is now known as inmate number E5032.
Donaldson once proudly walked the corridors of Westminster, ate in fancy restaurants, and commanded media attention.
But now he spends his days behind bars in Maghaberry, reading, doing jigsaws and doing art.
The home in Dromore, in which he lived in with wife Eleanor, who was found to have aided and abetting child sexual abuse, has appeared on the market for a modest £650,000.
Donaldson was convicted of 18 charges concerning child sexual abuse i...
Killer caught boozing while on day release from jail by Crime World
A convicted killer who was caught boozing by Crime World while on day release from jail has been put back in Mountjoy Prison.
Niall speaks to Patrick O'Connell about how murderer Thomas Kennedy has landed himself in hot water with prison officials
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Lawyers for Kerry crystal meth co-accused given deadline to find Irish data specialist
A judge has told lawyers acting for crystal meth accused James Leen that they must resolve a difficulty finding a data specialist to examine devices so the trial can get underway.
Ms Justice Caroline Biggs, presiding over the Special Criminal Court wants to hear from Leen’s legal team on Friday about who they have approached with a view of setting the trial date.
Mr Leen of Pilgrim Hill, Kilmorna, Listowel, Co Kerry faces five charges including one for directing the activities of a criminal organisation between February 7, 2023 and February 16, 2024.
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Who will take over from the European Super Cartel?
The so-called European Super Cartel has been dismantled in what has been a decade long global fight against organised crime.
So who are the next big name criminals in the Netherlands and Ireland and how are they doing business?
Nicola and Niall talk to our colleague Jan Meuss of NRC in Amsterdam about the fallout from a cocaine gold rush and what we can expect next.
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Daniel Kinahan helped save prisoner's life before today's court appearance
Cartel boss Daniel Kinahan gave an inmate CPR and helped save his life in Portlaoise Prison before his appearance at the Special Criminal Court today.
The dramatic incident happened last week in the jail as he prepared for a brief appearance via video link.
The court was told that Kinahan will attend in person next Monday when his new solicitor will come on record.
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Trial of Kerry man James Leen over €30m crystal meth plot begins today
A trial is due to get underway today in the Special Criminal Court where James Leen will stand accused of his role in a crystal meth plot which saw a Kerry garden centre and the Sinaloa Cartel collide.
Nicola speaks with Jenny Friel about Leen and the evidence expected at his trial.
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The rise and fall of Kinahan cheerleader Billy Joe Saunders
He was once Daniel Kinahan’s biggest fan and a boxer on the brink of global success. But after a fight went wrong, leaving Billy Joe Saunders with a broken eye socket, he ended up involved in a shocking baby shower brawl after turning to drink and gaining a vast amount of weight.
Spared jail in a UK court, he is due to make his ring comeback in December. But what were Saunders’ links to Kinahan, and why did he take the reputation of the mob boss so seriously?
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Who are killer brothers Gary and Sean Anderson?
Killer brothers Gary and Sean Anderson were virtual unknowns before they were convicted to life behind bars for the murder of a Derry man.
But they hit the headlines in recent weeks when one did a runner after getting compassionate release for his father's funeral and the other did a mocking TikTok to Northern Ireland’s Justice Chief Naomi Long from his prison cell.
Nicola speaks to Steven Moore about the Andersons and an escape plot that ended in a Donegal caravan.
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Hennessy feud: Devon's partner brands brother Jason ‘a rat’
Caged gangster Devon Hennessy’s partner has taken to social media to brand his younger brother Jason ‘a rat' as the fallout between the siblings continues to escalate.
Niall speaks to Crime World’s Eimear Rabbitt about how there have been a series of incidents showing how the west Dublin brothers have had a serious split.
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Drumcree: No deal over Garvaghy Road, £3m spent so far, O'Neill defiant
The standoff between the Orangemen on Drumcree and the residents of the Garvaghy Road continues in Portadown.
Negotiations involving the Secretary of State Chris Bryant, the Orange Order, and Garvaghy Road residents have so far failed to reach an agreement.
Garvaghy Road residents' spokesman Breandán Mac Cionnaith confirmed on Wednesday that there was a document on the table.
However, both Jamie Bryson and Carla Lockhart said the Portadown district won’t be accepting any deal that sees them walk away from their right to parade down the Garvaghy Road.
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Violent thug’s close links to one of the alleged leaders of ‘Family’ gang
A criminal jailed for his role in the abduction and torture of a man has been directly linked to the crime organisation known as 'The Family'.
An affidavit presented to the High Court by the Criminal Assets Bureau details the extensive connections between Jamie Geoghegan and Michael Grendon, whose brother Brian is before the courts accused of directing a criminal organisation.
Nicola speaks with Eamon Dillon.
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Christy Kinahan Snr has left Dubai
Crime godfather Chris Kinahan Snr has left Dubai with his wife Nessy Yildirim two days before his deadline to go.
Kinahan Snr had been told his work and residential visas had run out and he was no longer welcome in the United Arab Emirates.
Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about the mystery of his current whereabouts.
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Gardaí discover mobile cocaine lab during operation against transatlantic crime groups
A mobile cocaine laboratory is discovered in Ireland. Intelligence traces it back to a major new push by South American producers to use liquid cocaine to thwart border patrols.
So what is liquid cocaine and how did it come to be imported into Ireland on wooden planks.
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Couple who swore affidavits in Conor McGregor civil rape case charged with perjury
A couple who swore affidavits on behalf of Conor McGregor ahead of his civil appeal for the rape of Nikita Hand have been charged with perjury.
Samantha O’Reilly (38) and Steven Cummins (39) have appeared before Dublin District Court accused of making statements they knew to be false.
Nicola speaks with Niall Donald.
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Christy Kinahan Snr could end up in the new hub of organised crime - Turkey
Chris Kinahan Snr and his wife Nessi Yilidrim could seek refuge in Turkey as they pack up and leave the United Arab Emirates, having lost their visa and residential status.
Nicola talks to Niall Donald about Kinahan and the retirement he can now look forward to.
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Brutal murder of Geila Ibram reignites debate over Ireland’s sex trade laws
27-year-old mum of four Geila Ibram was murdered in 2023 while working as a sex-worker n Limerick. The violent attack was committed by Habib Shah Shamel who in recent weeks has been in court for terrorism related offences. The case itself has reignited the call among campaign groups for the decriminalisation of the sex trade in Ireland. But with only 15 convictions for those buying sex between 2017 and 2024 it raises questions around how the sex trade operates in this country.
Chloe McPolin is joined by Crime World’s Denise Smith to discuss Ireland’s sex trade and if meaningful chan...
Drumcree: nationalist and unionist camps completely divided over Garvaghy march
There is a stalemate in Portadown and deep division in Stormont.
On the Orange side, the issue is the rights of a small number of people to march their traditional route – backed by a legal ruling.
On the Garvaghy Road, a community feels that march is sectarian harassment - and a relic of another age.
This is a local issue, but one which deep historical resonances, and one which many fear has brought Northern Ireland to the political brink.
Unionists accuse nationalists of not accepting the rule of law, while nationalists ac...
