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Dec 15, 2025 · 21 min
Gangland rapist Thomas O'Neill released from jail sparking fears of feud violence
Heroin-dealing rapist Thomas O'Neill has been released from prison, heightening fears of an outbreak of feud violence in Limerick. O'Neill - who is married to April Collins, who gave evidence in court against the notorious Dundon brothers - was let out of Cork Prison over the weekend. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how O'Neill was jailed for one of the most notorious rapes in Irish history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 15, 2025 · 12 min
How a gangster has become the first UVF-linked criminal to be caught in the Encrochat sting
A 'money man' has become the first criminal linked to East Belfast UVF to be convicted as part of the EncroChat phone hack drug busts . Wayne Jones admitted three counts of transferring criminal property – namely cash – which he knew had been obtained through dealing drug dealing last month. Niall talks to Crime World's Steven Moore about how Jones has become the latest gang figure taken down in the North Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 12, 2025 · 33 min
Gerry Hutch faces Spanish trial, Cork ‘Narco Boat’ crew jailed and homicide probe launched in Daniel Aruebose case
Gerry Hutch’s money laundering case edges closer in Spain, how a narco boat crew were caught in Cork, and the tragic case of Daniel Aruebose is upgraded to homicide. Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about the high-profile crime stories of the week and how criminals are risking everything for designer goods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 12, 2025 · 54 min
Brother of rapist Philip Murphy speaks out after he is jailed for 15 years
Rapist Philip Murphy's half brother has described the moment he looked his abuser in the eye as he read out his victim impact in court. Philip Murphy was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Monday for sex attacks on three people including his half brother Thomas. Niall speaks to Thomas about his long battle for justice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 11, 2025 · 15 min
Gang suspected of fatal firebombing in Offaly linked to two other murders
The gang suspected of ordering the arson attack which killed four-year-old boy and his great aunt have been linked to at least two other murders. Gardaí released CCTV footage of the ‘murderous’ firebombing in Co Offaly yesterday that lead to the deaths of Tadgh Farrell and Mary Holt. Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about how an organised crime gang in the Midlands have been linked to the attack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 11, 2025 · 26 min
Killer Brian Meehan refuses to apologise for Veronica Guerin's murder
Brian Meehan has turned down the chance to apologise for Veronica Guerin's murder when confronted in Dublin last week. Meehan - nicknamed The Tosser - is the only man ever convicted in connection with the brutal murder of the brave crime reporter. Niall speaks to Crime World's Patrick O'Connell about how Meeehan would not say sorry when they came face to face in Dublin city centre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 10, 2025 · 20 min
How gardaí finally nailed gangster pal of crime boss 'Dublin Jimmy'
A criminal with links to gang boss 'Dublin Jimmy' has spent the weekend in jail after a tense trial in Co Sligo. Noel Muldoon, who was previously the victim of a punishment shooting, was convicted of offences related to theft of tractors and machinery. Niall speaks to Crime World's Ken Foy about Muldoon and his pal Dublin Jimmy's crimes along the border. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 10, 2025 · 22 min
How 'callous' Ruth Lawrence laughed about committing a double murder
The families of Ruth Lawrence's two victims have hit out at the tattoo artist killer for laughing about their murder. Anthony Keegan and Eoin O’Connor's relatives spoke out after Lawrence was handed two life sentences in court this week. Niall talks to Crime World’s Eamon Dillon about Lawrence's cold hearted attitude to murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 9, 2025 · 10 min
Midlands Prison searched after young boy and great aunt killed in arson attack
Gardai have carried out searches in the Midlands Prison as part of the investigation into the double arson murder in Co Offaly. Four-year-old Tadgh Farrell and his grand aunt Mary Holt were killed after their home was firebombed on Saturday night. Niall talks to Eimear Rabbitt about how gardai are investigating if a prison row lead to the attack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 9, 2025 · 11 min
Conor McGregor fails in Supreme Court bid just hours after a separate US case was dropped
Two civil cases accusing Conor McGregor of sex attacks have both dramatically come to an end after long-running legal battles. The Irish Supreme Court has decided not to grant McGregor a further appeal against the outcome of the Nikita Hand civil rape case. The court's decision came just hours after an American woman formally dropped her case against the UFC fighter in Florida. Niall speaks to Crime World's Eimear Rabbitt about the different outcomes to the two high-profile cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 8, 2025 · 23 min
Four men in Hennessy torture trial dramatically change pleas to guilty
The four men charged in the Hennessy torture trial have dramatically changed their pleas and admitted assault causing harm. Jason Hennessy, his brother Devon, as well as Kenneth and Dean Fitzsimons were accused of being involved in a savage attack where a man had the word ‘rat’ branded on his face and body. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about why the DPP may have accepted guilty pleas to lesser charges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 8, 2025 · 21 min
The ex-con dissident republican who now wants immigrants out of Ireland
A dissident republican with firearms convictions has become a key figure in the campaign against immigration. Nathan Hastings, who served a 10-year sentence for weapons offences, was once allied to left-wing political groups. Crime World's Alan Sherry tells Niall about how he is now one of a number of ex-republicans involved in anti-immigration groups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 5, 2025 · 33 min
Dramatic scenes at the Hennessy torture trial, a sextortionist back in trouble and Nathan McDonnell's tax bill
An alleged victim who has refused to give evidence at the Hennessy torture trial, a notorious female sextortionist was arrested again and crystal meth businessman Nathan McDonnell is targeted by Revenue. Niall speaks to Crime World's Eimear Rabbitt about the crime stories of the week that got our readers talking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 5, 2025 · 23 min
How slain gangster's brother helped dispose of Keane Mulready-Woods' body parts
The brother of feud victim Richie Carberry has become the fifth man convicted over the death of Keane Mulready-Woods. Drug dealer Stephen Carberry plead guilty to helping dispose of the teenager's dismembered body parts. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how Carberry became became involved in the plot months after his brother was killed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 4, 2025 · 13 min
UVF chief 'Winkie' Irvine turns to yoga in jail after sentence doubled
Ex-UVF commander Winston 'Winkie' Irvine has taken up yoga behind bars as he looks to cope with having his sentence for firearms offences doubled. Irvine once lived the high life, rubbing shoulders with British and Irish ministers while he negotiated on behalf of loyalists groups. Niall speaks to Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent Alison Morris about how Winkie now spends his days doing the 'downward dog'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 4, 2025 · 18 min
Islamic terror radicalisation - Gardaí making ‘early interventions’ as young people at risk
A senior garda has revealed how they made 10 ‘early interventions’ recently to confront young people at risk of Islamic terror radicalisation. Detective Chief Superintendent Brian Woods, who heads up the Garda Special Detective Unit, made the comments as he described how the policing of terrorism has changed in Ireland. Niall speaks to Crime World’s Ken Foy about how far right groups are also an increasing focus for gardaí. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 3, 2025 · 14 min
Barbie Kardashian contacted by gardaí over prison governor threats
Barbie Kardashian has revealed she has been contacted by gardai investigating threats issued to a prison governor. Barbie carried out a series of bizarre and sinister interviews after she was recently released from Limerick Prison. Niall speaks to Crime World’s Patrick O’Connell about how Barbie’s inflammatory comments could now come back to haunt her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 3, 2025 · 20 min
Wife killer Colin Whelan moved to open prison
A notorious wife killer who murdered his wife so he could collect her life insurance policy has been moved to an open prison. Colin Whelan strangled his wife to death just months after their wedding day before pretending she had fallen down the stairs. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about what Whelan can expect in Loughan House Open Prison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 2, 2025 · 11 min
Hennessy ‘torture’ trial delayed as witness fails to appear for third time
The trial of four men accused of torturing a man who had the word 'rat' branded on his skin has been delayed after the alleged victim failed to appear in court. Barry Moore, who is described as the principal witness in the case, failed to show up again in the Special Criminal Court, meaning the trial has now been delayed until the new year. Niall talks to Eimear Rabbitt about what comes next in the high profile case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 2, 2025 · 19 min
Rolex watches, Gucci baby clothes and seized criminal bling at CAB’s Black Friday auction
It's become a Christmas time regular as the Criminal Assets Bureau hold their annual auction to sell off the luxury items they've seized from criminals. Rolex and Cartier watches, Balenciaga runners as well as sunglasses and handbags all went under the hammer on Monday. Niall speaks to Crime World's Eamon Dillon about what was sold and who it had been seized from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.