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Oct 20, 2025 · 25 min
Episode 1233: Ruth Lawrence murder trial hears man died from gunshot wounds to head and neck
The trial of Ruth Lawrence, accused of the double gun murder of drug debt collectors Anthony Keegan and Eoin O'Connor has heard forensic details of how they died. Nicola speaks Eamon Dillon who was at the trial today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 20, 2025 · 31 min
Episode 1232: Inside Groomed - a new Crime World Presents podcast series
A new podcast series tracing the story of the murder of showjumper Katie Simpson and her killer Jonathan Creswell will focus on the coercive control he used to build a cult-like structure around himself in the shadow of the equestrian industry. Niall and Nicola chat about the new Crime World Presents podcast Groomed, which is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 18, 2025 · 28 min
Episode 1231: Mike Gaine suspect drops complaint and TikTok star caught with counterfeit notes
A fisherman has told the trial of Ruth Lawrence how he noticed a 'dreadful smell' coming off an island on Lough Sheelin. The murder case is just one of a number of high profile trials on this week as the courts are back busier then ever. Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt and Eamon Dillon about the influencer caught with counterfeit notes, the Mike Gaine investigation, and an arrest in the Donaghmede stabbing probe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 17, 2025 · 15 min
Episode 1230: John Gilligan breaks into Spanish villa where he allegedly ran pink cocaine lab
John Gilligan has smashed his way back into a private villa he once shared with girlfriend Sharon Oliver. Now the owners say he is threatening them and has refused to leave while he lives rent free in Spain. Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about Gilligan and his fun in the sun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2025 · 23 min
Episode 1229: Ruth Lawrence trial back on track - court hears from victims' families
The trial of Ruth Lawrence, accused of the double murders of drug debt collectors Anthony Keegan and Eoin O’Connor, has heard how their families became worried for their safety immediately after they stopped answering their phones. The pair were discovered on an island on Lough Sheelin in 2014 after travelling from Dublin to Cavan to collect a €15,000 drug debt, the Central Criminal Court has heard. Eamon Dillon has been in court to hear the evidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2025 · 16 min
Episode 1228: Arson killer George Turner rang Gerry Ryan to talk about violent fantasies
A man convicted of the arson murder of a Dublin mother previously rang Gerry Ryan to tell how he fantasised about harming woman. George Turner was jailed for life for setting fire to the home of Emma McCroary in 2022. Niall speaks to the Sunday World's Patrick O'Connell about Turner's life of crime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2025 · 17 min
Episode 1227: Mansion owned by crystal meth businessman Nathan McDonnell up for sale
The home of Breaking Bad businessman Nathan McDonnell and his wife Jackie O'Duffy has been put up for sale weeks after she was arrested by gardaí on suspicion of driving under the influence of cocaine. The stunning four-bed mansion at Ballyroe in Tralee is described as magnificent and auctioneers are seeking offers in excess of €750,000 for the property. Today, Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about McDonnell and his fall from grace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2025 · 38 min
Episode 1226: What's next for Jonathan Dowdall as he prepares to enter witness protection?
State witness Jonathan Dowdall is set for release in the coming weeks and will start a fresh life under an assumed identity in an undisclosed location. What will the realities of life after witness protection be and how will Dowdall cope? Nicola speaks with Ali Bracken about life after the Regency for Dowdall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 14, 2025 · 8 min
Episode 1225: Ruth Lawrence double murder trial on hold as court hears witness sick
The trial of double murder accused Ruth Lawrence at the Central Criminal Court was told that there is a medical issue with a significant witness and that the jury will return on Thursday morning to hear whether or not it can continue. Lawrence has pleaded not guilty to murdering Anthony Keegan (33) and Eoin O'Connor (32) at an unknown location between 22 April 2014 and 26 May 2014. The bodies of the two men were found on Inchicup Island on Lough Sheelin on 26 May 2014. They had been shot in the head. The prosecution has alleged that Ms Lawrence and her boyfriend Neville van der Westhuizen murdered the men and disposed of their bodies before leaving the country a few days later. Nicola speaks with Eamon Dillon about the latest from the case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 14, 2025 · 33 min
Episode 1224: The life and death of conman Pat Sheedy aka 'The Gambler'
Serial conman and gambler Pat Sheedy passed away in recent weeks after a cancer diagnosis but he leaves behind a book on his life and of course the podcast made by my co-host Nicola Tallant. Niall speaks to Nicola about 'The Gambler' and his life and tragic death. Listen to The Gambler here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 13, 2025 · 21 min
Episode 1223: UVF commander Winston 'Winkie' Irvine's luck runs out as his jail sentence is doubled
Ex-UVF commander Winston ‘Winkie’ Irvine has had his sentence for firearms offences doubled on appeal. Niall speaks with Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent Allison Morris about the case which has sparked major debate about the role of paramilitaries in the North. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 13, 2025 · 21 min
Episode 1222: Ruth Lawrence double murder trial begins after years on the run in South Africa
Ruth Lawrence has gone on trial accused of the gun murder of two men found on an island of Lough Sheelin over a decade ago. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how the prosecution allege Anthony Keegan and Eoin O'Connor were killed after trying to collect a €70,000 debt off Lawrence's boyfriend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2025 · 27 min
Episode 1221: Groomed: coercion, control, and cold-blooded murder (Chapter 2)
Nicola's latest book tells the horrifying story of Jonathan Creswell and the rape and murder of 21-year-old showjumper Katie Simpson, who was initially thought to have taken her own life until Creswell's crime was uncovered. Only the persistence of an investigative journalist, suspicious nurses, and Katie's concerned family and friends caused the PSNI to open a case almost five months after her death. During the resulting trial, Creswell killed himself, while three other women were charged with helping him to conceal his crime, each receiving a suspended sentence due their defence of being under Creswell's control. Here is the second chapter of the book, which is available in all good book stores now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2025 · 34 min
Episode 1220: Groomed: coercion, control, and cold-blooded murder (Chapter 1)
Nicola's latest book tells the horrifying story of Jonathan Creswell and the rape and murder of 21-year-old showjumper Katie Simpson, who was initially thought to have taken her own life until Creswell's crime was uncovered. Only the persistence of an investigative journalist, suspicious nurses, and Katie's concerned family and friends caused the PSNI to open a case almost five months after her death. During the resulting trial, Creswell killed himself, while three other women were charged with helping him to conceal his crime, each receiving a suspended sentence due their defence of being under Creswell's control. Here is the first chapter of the book, which is available in all good book stores now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 9, 2025 · 7 min
Episode 1219: CAB target Mike Nash's partner making massive profits with online shop Virgo Boutique
The glamorous partner of Criminal Assets Bureau target and suspected international drug dealer Mike Nash has turned an online clothes shop into one of Ireland’s most successful. Mairead Connole even models for her Virgo Boutique and today Eamon Dillon tells Nicola about her Midas touch when it comes to business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 9, 2025 · 28 min
Episode 1218: Kerry crystal meth co-accused says he had 'no connection' to €30m haul
The trial of Kerry man James Leen is adjourned until next year after a court heard that his defence are swamped with data and phone evidence vital to the case. Nicola speaks with Eamon Dillon about the case against Leen and the other suspects who appeared at the Special Criminal Court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 8, 2025 · 13 min
Episode 1217: Scots gangsters Steven Lyons and Ross McGill deported from Dubai
Five Scottish gangsters have been unceremoniously booted out of Dubai after a spell in a hellhole prison. Ross ‘Miami’ McGill and gang boss Steven Lyons were among the group who flew out of the Gulf State last weekend after getting their marching orders. Niall speaks to Scottish Daily Express deputy editor Richard Elias about where they are likely to go next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 8, 2025 · 37 min
Episode 1216: Jim Gavin and the tenant - the truth
It’s the biggest story of the presidential election as former football manager Jim Gavin stands down and the fate of Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin hangs in the balance. While political fallouts are not our normal beat on Crime World, today co-host Niall Donald tells Nicola how he ended up in the eye of the storm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 7, 2025 · 17 min
Episode 1215: OnlyFans model and wife of John George murder suspect arrested in Spanish drugs bust
An OnlyFans model and wife of John George's murder suspect has been arrested after allegedly being caught with drugs in Spain. Madison Allen has been granted bail after Spanish police seized a kilo of crystal meth, as well as cocaine and cannabis last month. Niall speaks to Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent Allison Morris about the police investigation into Johnny Smyth's glamorous wife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 6, 2025 · 48 min
Episode 1214: Miami Showband massacre survivor recalls UVF attack that killed bandmates (Part 2)
Stephen Travers was a young musician with no interest in politics when he travelled to the north for a midweek gig in 1975. But after playing to a packed crowd, he witnessed three of his bandmates being brutally murdered by a UVF death squad. Today, Stephen tells how the trauma of witnessing the slaughter changed his life, and why he has chosen to write about it now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.