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Hitman Imre Arakas won a rare victory in the Estonian Supreme Court in recent days when a series of convictions dating back to the 1970's were deemed political acts.Arakas applied to have the criminal charges overturned and argued that he was fighting to free Estonia from communist rule at the time.Nicola talks with Niall Donald.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kinahan hitman Imre Arakas has anti-Soviet convictions from 47 years ago overturned

Spanish police have given their first detailed narrative about the disappearance and suspected murder of Darren Hoolahan - the Cartel-linked brother of ex Irish footballer Wes.Cops on the Costa Del Sol have arrested five men they say are part of the Irish mafia and identified properties and cars they believe were used in a kidnap.Nicola speaks to Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weapons seized from gang suspected in disappearance of Wes Hoolahan’s brother

This week, the PSNI has been sharply criticised yet again for their handling of the investigation and subsequent reviews into the murder of 21-year-old showjumper Katie Simpson.Katie was strangled by her sister’s partner Jonathan Creswell in August 2020, who then claimed she’d taken her own life.Police said they had not been made aware of Creswell’s previous conviction for domestic abuse, or other reports of troubling behaviour.However, it has since been revealed that a top-level officer accessed his records five days after Katie’s death.Jenny Friel talks to journalist Tanya Fowles, who has repeatedly requested, under the Freedom of Information Act, more details about why this vital information was not supplied to the independent review of the PSNI investigation into Katie’s murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PSNI criticised over omission of relevant details in Katie Simpson murder review

A campaign has been launched to catch a killer who brutally murdered a young woman and two children in an arson attack in County Kildare. Barbara Doyle was just 20-years-old, when she was babysitting her nieces, Kerry Ann and Mary Ellen, when they were killed in the blaze in 1987.Niall talks to Crime World's Alan Sherry about how the family have never given up hope of catching their killer.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Family of Kildare arson victims renew appeal for suspect 39 years on

Colin Whelan was only married to his wife Mary Gough a few months when he carefully and coldly put into action his plan to kill her for their life insurance policy. As Whelan comes towards the end of his life sentence, Niall talks to Crime World's Jenny Friel about the case and how Whelan's intricate plans to get away with murder fell apart.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How wife killer Colin Whelan almost got away with murder

An unsolved gangland murder from 21 years ago has become the subject of a Garda cold case investigation and appeal for information.David Nunan was shot dead after leaving his Limerick home in 2005 before his body was dumped in a laneway by his killers.Niall talks to Crime World's Eamon Dillon about the suspects for the brutal gun murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How gangland murder remains unsolved 21 years on despite ‘known suspects’ in case

A horror Waterford arson attack that claimed the lives of four innocent family members was ordered from Spain, gardai believe.Niall talks to Crime World's Ken Foy about how it is suspected the Spanish-based drug dealer has ordered half a dozen arson attacks in recent months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Waterford arson attack was ordered by Spain-based gangster, gardai believe

Limerick gang boss 'Eds' McCarthy has told the Criminal Assets Bureau he cannot leave the UK until 2028 as the State continued to try and seize his assets. Niall talks to Crime World's Eamon Dillon about McCarthy's rise to the top of the criminal underworld and his recent gangland conviction in Wales. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gang boss ‘Eds’ McCarthy not allowed leave UK until 2028 despite jail release

A trigger-happy chaotic criminal has been jailed for carrying out surveillance during the gangland murder of Coolock criminal Eoin Boylan. Niall talks to Crime World's Alan Sherry about Paul Clarke's long and violent history and how he claims to have now found God.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The life and crimes of born-again criminal Paul Clarke

A jihadist who stabbed a garda and set fire to Conor McGregor's pub has been jailed for just six and a half years. Niall speaks to the Irish Independent's Robin Schiller about Abdullah Khan's sinister crimes and how he told gardaí he was a supporter of ISIS.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jihadist who stabbed garda and set fire to Conor McGregor's pub jailed

 A 53-year-old woman who was caught dealing cocaine as part of a UVF drugs investigation has controversially been nominated for a Volunteer of the Year award. Niall talks to Crime World's Stephen Moore about Maggie Hutton's bizarre nomination and why she is an unlikely drug dealer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coke dealer linked to UVF is nominated for Volunteer Of The Year award

A former girlfriend of exiled hitman James ‘Nellie’ Walsh has claimed she feared for her family’s life after their break up.Walsh was forced to flee Ireland for Scotland in 2023 after surviving two attempts on his life in six months.Niall talks to Crime World’s Eimear Rabbitt about how the west Dublin criminal has continued to cause chaos in his new home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hitman James ‘Nellie’ Walsh's ex reveals threats

A prisoner needed 120 stitches to his face after being slashed with shivs in his cell in Mountjoy jail.Niall talks to Crime World’s Eimear Rabbitt about how the inmate was attacked after being blamed for contraband from a drone drop controlled by the Hennessy gang. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mountjoy inmate slashed with shivs after being blamed for Hennessy gang drone theft

Documentary maker Alan Bradley is set to delve into three of Ireland’s biggest and most dramatic drug seizures in a new series, Busted, which begins tonight.Nicola talks to Alan about crystal meth, a cocaine mothership, and a mishap which left a dealer clinging to a bail of contraband in the Irish Sea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Busted: the untold story of Ireland’s biggest drug busts

He is one of Scotland’s most notorious gangsters with a colourful yet incredibly violent past. So who was Paul ‘The Wee Man’ Ferris and what has he said about his journey into the dark heart of the Scottish underworld?This episode is produced by Jenny Friel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who was 'The Wee Man' Scotland's most notorious gangster Paul Ferris?

The story of gangland witness Joey O'Callaghan has made it to the stage where it's already getting rave reviews. Niall speaks to Nicola about Rex Ryan's one-man show, how he captures Joey's story, and what inspired her to write The Witness all those years ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Witness brought to life in Rex Ryan's one-man play

Cartel boss Sean McGovern is taking a case against the Irish Prison Service saying the nature of his incarceration is damaging for his mental health.The man described as Daniel Kinahan’s number two is taking a judicial review as he believes there is no reason he cannot mix with the general prison population and isn’t happy with where he is currently housed.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean McGovern says solitary confinement is damaging his mental health

James Leen has pleaded not guilty to charges relating to a €32 million seizure of crystal meth at Cork Port.The Kerry native will appear again in court on Monday at the Special Criminal Court where his trial is soon to get underway.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kerry man charged over €32m crystal meth seizure denies directing criminal organisation

A security breach is under investigation in Portlaoise Prison after Daniel Kinahan managed to speak to his former landing mate Ali Mazidi in hospital. Kinahan was in the gym with Mazidi last month when the Iranian took a heart attack, the alleged Cartel boss helped keep him alive as medical assistance arrived.Nicola talks with Niall Donald about the phone call and how it happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prison launches investigation after Daniel Kinahan put on call to alleged major drug trafficker

Three men convicted of raping a woman lured from a Dublin nightclub to a car and later brought to a house in South Dublin are appealing their convictions.Anthony Hickey, Fabio Vincente, and Matin Zolfaghari argue that their victim should not have given evidence behind a screen and say the judge erred is his charge to the jury.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the case and the grounds of appeal.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gang rapists argue victim shouldn't have been allowed to give evidence behind screen

The horrors of Ireland’s last witch trial will be brought to life by former State Pathologist Dr Marie Cassidy in a new documentary to be screened over Halloween.Dr Cassidy goes back in time to 1711 when eight women living in the close knit community of Islandmagee were accused of witch-craft, tried, jailed and stoned.Nicola talks with Marie about the fascinating story and the modern investigative skills she brought with her to tell it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Marie Cassidy explores Ireland's last witch trial

Sharon Lynn and Brian Gallagher both had their lives turned upside down in a second when they lost a brother to separate, violent, unprovoked one-punch attacks. Today, Niall talks to Sharon and Brian about their campaign for changes in sentencing and why they believe we can learn from Australia's Coward Punch initiative. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Coward punch’: Families of one-punch attack victims campaign for sentencing changes

Veteran criminal John Gilligan is facing more than 11 years in prison for drug and gun charges.An indictment presented to a court in the Costa Blanca heard the 74-year-old was arrested in a villa with ketamine, cocaine and marijuana along with a firearm.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the pensioner and what trouble he faces in Spain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Gilligan facing over 11 years in prison after allegedly running drug lab in Spanish villa

Christa Pike has spent 30 years on Tennessee's death row and last month made international headlines when her execution by lethal injection was botched.Her life is a story of childhood abuse, a brutal murder, and how claims of Satanism led to her conviction.Eamon Dillon speaks to documentary maker Steve Payne, who was part of a crew that interviewed her shortly after she was sentenced to death in 1995. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Killer Christa Pike and her botched execution

Gregory Fox, who brutally murdered his wife and two sons has been moved to an open prison as he gets one step closer to freedom.Fox, who is originally from Clondalkin in Dublin, killed his wife Debbie, 30, and sons Trevor, nine, and seven-year-old Killian, in July 2001.It is understood the killer was moved to Shelton Abbey in Co Wicklow this summer as part of his sentence management set out by the Parole Board.Crime World's Caoimhe Young talks to Criminal Justice academic Clare Laxton about Fox and his move to Shelton Abbey.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should family killer Gregory Fox be allowed move to an open prison?

A man once branded Ireland’s most dangerous teenager is finally ready to face justice for the murder of a harmless addict committed 16 years ago.Kurt Ryan pleaded guilty in relation to the murder of Lee Slattery, who was shot twice at close range and buried in a shallow grave in Limerick in 2010.Ryan smirked as a court heard he’d pleaded guilty to lesser charges after originally going on trial for murder.Nicola talks to Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Man pleads guilty over 2010 murder of Lee Slattery who was ‘wrongly singled out’ by gang

Gangland killer Nicky McConnell has vowed revenge after an innocent female relative was wrongly targeted in a case of drug debt intimidation.McConnell wants to identify who threw a petrol bomb destroying the car of his associate mistakingly believed to owe money.Nicola talks to Niall Donald about McConnell.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kinahan hitman goes ‘absolutely ballistic’ after innocent female relative’s car is firebombed

The partner of jailed Hennessey brother Jason Hennessey Jnr has been refused an application to have two motorbikes seized by gardaí returned to her.Kayleigh McEntee claimed the bikes had been gifted to her partner by his murdered father and said she now needed to sell them to buy Christmas presents.Hennessey Jnr is serving an eight-and-a-half-year sentence for his role in the kidnap and torture of Barry Moore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Judge blocks bid to sell motorbikes seized from Hennessey family home for ‘Christmas presents’

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two people appear in court over Waterford arson attack

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carlow woman who stabbed her ex-partner to death had violent history

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Killer branded ‘enemy No1’ by fellow inmates after posting TikTok mocking politician

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gangster’s moll involved in the feud-linked murder of Jamie Tighe-Ennis

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dubliner ‘celebrated’ Robbie Lawlor killing, court told

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dirty Money: Three decades of the CAB (Part 3)

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 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.Ciarán Dunbar spoke to Allison Morris outside Newry Crown Court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeffrey Donaldson given 15 years - but will be out in seven

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 one of our three-part special Dirty Money: Three Decades of the CAB, Nicola talks with Eamon Dillon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dirty Money: Three decades of the CAB (Part 1)

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dublin woman criticises Swiss clinic over mum’s assisted suicide

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Homes of Waterford criminals raided in probe into arson murders of family as gardai seize cars

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How alleged theft of cocaine haul led to breakout of latest gangland feud in Dublin

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Couple killed with two children in Waterford house fire were previously targeted by criminals

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.Accused of lying under oath, Bryson an 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 Donald as we profile a man who may be beaten but who will not be going away.This episode is produced by Jenny Friel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who is Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson?

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Encrochat Eight trio jailed for roles in organised crime

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Kinahan to apply for bail as court told he intends to fight crime gang charge

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The American Idol wife killer case and its parallels with the Joe O'Reilly trial

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Gill in last chance saloon after extradition court fail

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet the paedo hunting grandmother who vows to keep catching predators

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mr Flashy enforcer Scott Capper enjoys new-found freedom after prison release

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EncroChat kingpin Mark Dunford plots drug empire comeback from behind bars

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.Nicola talks Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gangland rapist Thomas O’Neill undergoes surgery to remove bullet from leg after shooting

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 in June. Prosecution lawyers want him to serve at least ten years in prison. To talk about Donaldson’s new life, Ciarán Dunbar is joined by the Belfast. Telegraph’s Kurtis Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donaldson still in Maghaberry hospital as old home goes up for sale

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Killer caught boozing while on day release from jail by Crime World

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. The case relates to the seizure of 564kg of methamphetamine, or crystal meth, with an estimated value of €32.8 million from a container at Cork Port on February 16 last.Nicola speaks to Jenny Friel, who was in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawyers for Kerry crystal meth co-accused given deadline to find Irish data specialist

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who will take over from the European Super Cartel?

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Kinahan helped save prisoner's life before today's court appearance

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trial of Kerry man James Leen over €30m crystal meth plot begins today

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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The rise and fall of Kinahan cheerleader Billy Joe Saunders

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who are killer brothers Gary and Sean Anderson?

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hennessy feud: Devon's partner brands brother Jason ‘a rat’

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. Sinn Féin's Mary Lou McDonald and First Minister Michelle O’Neill were back on the Garvaghy road with residents on Wednesday – with the First Minister saying that standing on the road with residents on Sunday was "the right thing to do". Meanwhile, the leaders of the DUP and UUP say they expect to see prosecutions over the protest in the next few days. Ciarán Dunbar is joined by the Belfast Telegraph’s Kevin Scott, Kurtis Reid, and Allison Morris.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drumcree: No deal over Garvaghy Road, £3m spent so far, O'Neill defiant

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Violent thug’s close links to one of the alleged leaders of ‘Family’ gang

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christy Kinahan Snr has left Dubai

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gardaí discover mobile cocaine lab during operation against transatlantic crime groups

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Couple who swore affidavits in Conor McGregor civil rape case charged with perjury

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christy Kinahan Snr could end up in the new hub of organised crime - Turkey

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 change can be made following Geila’s murder.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brutal murder of Geila Ibram reignites debate over Ireland’s sex trade laws

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 accuse unionists of unnecessarily opening an old wound.Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Sam McBride and Allison Morris and hears from Claire Dickson in Portadown, and from Andrew Madden in Stormont. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drumcree: nationalist and unionist camps completely divided over Garvaghy march

'Not the Perfect Victim' is the newly released book by Conor McGregor rape victim Nikita Hand. So what does it tell us about Nikita and her epic battle for truth against one of the richest and biggest celebrities in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nikita Hand's new memoir on Conor McGregor rape trial

41-year-old Paul Drew has been charged with the murder of Robbie Lawlor after he was arrested in Liverpool and returned to Belfast this week.Drew, with an address in Dublin, was previously jailed for heroin offences and is believed to be a close associate of the criminal known as Mr Big.During a brief hearing, a court heard that there is a Garda file with the Director of Public Prosecution in the Republic of Ireland in relation to the investigation and that 12 people questioned have yet to be charged.Jonathan Gill continues to fight his extradition to the North on the same murder charge.Nicola speaks to Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dublin man charged with murder of Robbie Lawlor

A killer driver caused a horror crash that resulted in the death of a mother-of-two, who worked as a carer, and life-changing injuries for her husband, who was in the passenger seat.Michael Connors, from Ballyfermot in Dublin, had only recently been released from prison and was speeding through a housing estate when he spotted a police car. After the crash, he fled the scene, leaving a third victim - his 16-year-old passenger - with horrific injuries.This week, he was jailed for 13 years in a Welsh courtroom.So who is Connors, and what are his links to the infamous Cock Wall burglary gang?Nicola speaks to Eamon Dillon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The killer driver and member of Cock-Wall gang who poured bleach on elderly woman

Daniel Kinahan’s interview with podcaster James English is set to be released on the day of his next court appearance for directing a criminal organisation.Kinahan will appear in the Special Criminal Court in Dublin on October 5th, the same day English has promised to release part one of his 20-hour tome of chats with the mob boss.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the move by Kinahan and what his next court appearance will hold in store. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Kinahan's podcast with James English due out on same day as next court appearance

Kinahan cartel logistics man Stephen Fowler is out of jail and counting the costs of his life of crime as his mob boss Daniel Kinahan prepares to go on trial.The 68-year-old is now separated from his wife, no longer lives at the family home and this year will mark the eighth anniversary of his son Eric’s murder.Nicola speaks with Eamon Dillon about Fowler and his demise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kinahan gangster involved in 'Mago' Gately murder plot released from prison

A well-known criminal has survived the second shooting in Dublin in the space of 24 hours. Niall talks to Crime World's Eimear Rabbitt about the gun attack and its suspected links to feuding in South Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Well known’ criminal survives second shooting in just over 24 hours in Dublin

Cartel Godfather Chris Kinahan Snr’s time in Dubai is running out as his residency expires at the end of this month.But is it likely that Kinahan will be deported or that he hasn’t already a plan in place of where he will go next?Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the Dapper Don and his uncanny ability to remain one step ahead of the law. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christy Kinahan Snr's Dubai residence visa cancelled

The father of an innocent man who was shot in the head has called on South Dublin County Council to pursue a football club over money it is owed.Bluebell United, previously managed by convicted heroin trafficker Andrew Noonan, is back in the news after two judgments were lodged against the club by the council.Niall talks to Crime World’s Alan Sherry about the shooting of Robert Delany and why his father, Terry, once led protests at Bluebell United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Father of innocent gun victim calls on football club to pay debts

More than three years after her husband Joe Grogan died of cancer, Lisa Flaherty looks set to finally inherit his €5.5million estate.Last summer’s inquest into Mr Grogan’s death grabbed headlines across the country when the validity of his marriage was called into question by lawyers acting on several of his cousins’ behalf.Lisa Flaherty was quizzed about the history of her relationship with the man she married on the day before he died and questions were raised about the quality of his care during his final weeks.However, friends and neighbours rallied to Ms Flaherty’s support, insisting that the Offaly landowner always intended to look after the woman he’d been involved with, on and off, for more than three decades.This week, a prominent lawyer has said they object to the administration of Mr Grogan’s estate and is willing to go to the High Court.Jenny Friel talks to Catherine Fegan, Special Correspondent with the Irish Independent, who covered the inquest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Widow who married farmer day before he died inherits €5.5m estate as High Court challenge looms

A notorious killer who strangled his young bride for her €500,000 life insurance policy has landed a job as a chef at a training centre for vulnerable people.Colin Whelan is granted day release from an open prison to travel to the centre, where women accessing support services were not told about his horrific past.Niall talks to Crime World’s Patrick O’Connell about Whelan’s brutal murder of his wife, Mary Gough, and coming face-to-face with the killer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wife killer Colin Whelan found working with vulnerable women

Cover-ups, Garda corruption, secrets and scandals that rocked the Irish State have been brought together in a new book by one of the country’s top investigative journalists.Frank Connolly broke story after story that led to tribunals and inquiries, exposing a culture of bribery, fraud and abuse of power. Nicola is joined by Frank Connolly to talk about his new book, Exposed: Scandals That Rocked the Irish State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exposed: Scandals that Rocked the Irish State

Limerick veteran Christy Keane has been refused bail as the Director of Public Prosecutions seeks for his case to be heard before the Special Criminal Court.The 65-year-old who is charged with possession of cocaine with intent to supply faces 10 years in prison if found guilty.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christy Keane refused bail over €70k cocaine charges

The boss of a Lithuanian mob on the Costa Del Crime is set to go on trial sensationally accused of making hundreds of millions dealing drugs and hiring out a network of hitmen including Imre Arakas, who was arrested in Ireland.Wheelchair-bound Sergejus Beglikas may seem an unlikely mafia boss, but police will say he was a kingpin of Marbella who provided killers for mobs including the Kinahan mafia.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kinahan hitman Imre Arakas’ boss busted in police phone hack

Jailed Bill Chawke is to be transferred to an open prison in coming weeks to serve out his sentence for his part in a hotel brawl.His sister Alison who got 12 months in prison for the same incident served just four weeks behind bars.Nicola is talking to Eimear Rabbitt about the siblings who made the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bill Chawke to be moved to open prison just weeks after sentencing for violent assault

An Irishman has been arrested as part of an investigation into a bizarre assassination plot foiled by an undercover cop who infiltrated a major “violence-as-a-service” network.The 33-year-old from Limerick is in custody in Cyprus, as details emerge of an extraordinary Nordic network using disposable young hitmen.Nicola talks with Eamon Dillon about the story.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irish suspect linked to McCarthy-Dundon gang due in court in Cyprus over hitman-for-hire plot

Murky details of secret meetings, intelligence reports, and allegations that a tip-off on a Regency gunman was ignored have been made by a top solicitor representing a Detective Garda.Nicola speaks to Ali Bracken. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suspended Detective alleges Regency Hotel gunman tip-off was ignored by gardaí

The jury in the inquest into the death of Noah Donohoe has found that the teenager died on the night of his disappearance, meaning that the PSNI’s response to his disappearance did not contribute to his death.  However, the jury did find that police failings impacted on their ability to come to a conclusion in the inquest and found that the Department of Infrastructure “erred” in its management of the culvert in which the teenager died.  But it also found that it was not probable that the Department’s management of the culvert more than minimally contributed to Noah’s death.  They were unable to explain Noah’s behaviour on the day he went missing because the evidence was insufficient to enable them to reach a conclusion.   14-year-old Noah’s body was discovered in north Belfast six days after he went missing as he cycled to meet friends.  Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Belfast Telegraph’s Liam Tunney, who has been in court throughout the inquest.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fiona Donohoe says PSNI and DfI "sought to blame Noah", as jury finds police didn’t contribute to teen’s death

A boxing manager linked to Daniel Kinahan for more than two decades took to the ring in Croke Park on the night of Katie Taylor's epic final fight.Anthony Fitzpatrick was named in the High Court in October 2022 as a ‘close associate’ of the mob boss, a founding member of the original MGM boxing club in Marbella and had at one point run MTK from a Kinahan-owned house later seized by the CAB in Dublin.Nicola and Niall talk about Fitzpatrick and how his presence on Katie’s big night raises concerns for the sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why was Daniel Kinahan’s pal in the Croke Park ring before Katie Taylor's fight?

Dutch cocaine kingpin Bolle Jos has been named as Europe’s biggest supplier after being linked to a string of multi-tonne cocaine seizures.Living in Sierra Leone, where he is reportedly in a relationship with the President’s daughter, Jos has found sanctuary in a corrupt African country with no extradition treaty with Europe.So how will Dutch authorities get their man? And will they send special forces to grab him from the secure compound where he lives with his partner, Agnes Bio? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who is Europe's biggest cocaine supplier Bolle Jos?

 A UVF hitman has said loyalist death squads were run by MI5, and he is willing to tell a peace and reconciliation process all about it. Paul Beattie was once one of the most active gunmen for the UVF in Belfast in the 1990s. Niall speaks to Steven Moore about Beattie's past and how it weighs heavily on him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UVF hitman says MI5 ran loyalist death gangs

 Synthetic cannabis vapes are causing a wave of psychiatric problems among Irish teens, including drug-induced psychosis. Niall talks to Crime World's Denise Smith about the hidden dangers of HHC vapes and how they are still being sold under the counter despite a ban.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HHC vapes and drug induced psychosis

A network of narco bosses known as the ‘EncroChat Eight’ were supplying some of the most powerful drug mobs stretching from Dublin to Donegal, proving there is no border when it comes to the business of drugs.The links between the powerful gangs show a supermarket supply chain of cannabis, cocaine, tablets and methamphetamine being bought and sold like any regular commodity.Nicola and Niall talk about the fascinating case which provides a window into a corporate world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EncroChat Eight: The narco bosses supplying Ireland with drugs

The son of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch has been extradited to Ireland and brought before the courts on a charge of facilitating a crime gang.Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about the case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch's son appears in court after extradition to Ireland

Further criticism has been piled on police in Northern Ireland in relation to their handling of a case in the run up to the murder of showjumper Katie Simpson where the PSNI ‘inadequately’ investigated a complaint of indecent exposure by her killer Jonathan Creswell.Journalist Tanya Fowles says a public inquiry into the PSNI and the murder of Katie Simpson should be a priority to restore trust and respect in the police service.Today she tells Nicola of the overdue vindication of another of his victims who bravely made a complaint about what he did to her at a stable yard - five years before he killed Katie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PSNI 'failed' Jonathan Creswell victim after he exposed himself and threatened her

The father of a Dublin man killed and dismembered in Amsterdam says two men jailed for his manslaughter had 'no part' in killing his son.Kenneth Brunell and Barry McArdle (41) remain in separate Dutch prisons for killing Keith Ennis in 2009.Crime World's Ken Foy tells Niall how Keith's father how he does not believe drug dealer-turned-witness, Philip County's, account of how his son died. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dad of chainsaw murder victims says convicted duo didn't kill son

The murder of DJ Mr Moonlight, Bobby Ryan by Tipperary farmer Patrick Quirke is set to be turned into a major new TV drama.Land, affairs and greed all made the murder trial of Quirke sensational and one of the longest in the State. Nicola talks to Jenny Friel about the tv series which is set for release next year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The murder of Mr Moonlight

Prominent criminal defence solicitor Tony Collier is in studio today to talk to Nicola about the countrywide strike as the profession opposes the new legal aid District Court pay model brought in by Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan.Straight-talking Collier, of Ferrys Solicitors in Dublin, has represented countless clients in a long career.He dismisses the public perception that solicitors are greedy fat cats coining the public purse and instead explains how the system works, why it is in place, and insists that the State have been getting bang for their buck. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are Irish solicitors on strike and what does it mean for the legal system?

It remains one of politics' biggest shocks - a veteran criminal runs for the Dáil and misses a seat by a hair's breadth. Then, before the dust settles, Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch goes for an election again - this time shocking the political establishment by increasing his number of votes.Now in a four-part Crime World special, we dive deep into the reasons for Hutch’s political ambition and why the public are happy to back him.An Unlikely Statesman: How Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch Nearly Got Elected is available now for subscribers first on crimeworld.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Unlikely Statesman: How Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch Nearly Got Elected

Cartel killer Ross Browning’s mother kept a diary complimenting her son and thanking him for gifting her money and even land.However, the diary was used in the Criminal Assets Bureau case against him which claimed he used the proceeds of crime to purchase assets and gift luxury goods to members of his family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Kinahan gangster Ross Browning could be taken down by his mum's diary entries

The murder of 20-year-old Salis Hanrahan in Philadelphia remains under investigation as his family and friends laid him to rest in his native UK.One month after he was shot dead at a home where he was working, and US authorities alleged he was a member of a criminal gang, mystery still surrounds what led up to his death.Nicola talks to Eimear Rabbitt about Salis Hanrahan.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who was the alleged "Irish conman" shot dead in the US?

In June 2024, Molly Martens and her father Tom walked free from an American jail after serving just four years and three months for killing Limerick man Jason Corbett.In recent weeks, photographs of a heavily pregnant Molly Martens have been published online and it's believed she'll give birth to her first child in late November.Yet again, Jason's children Jack and Sarah have felt compelled to speak out about the abuse they alleged to have suffered when Martens was married to their father and how they fear for any children who might come under her control.Jenny Friel speaks with journalist Lynne Kelleher, who has covered the case since the beginning and produced a television documentary for Virgin Media.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Killer Molly Martens' new life as a mum-to-be (Part 2)

 In June 2024, Molly Martens and her father Tom walked free from an American jail after serving just four years and three months for killing Limerick man Jason Corbett. In recent weeks, photographs of a heavily pregnant Molly Martens have been published online and it's believed she'll give birth to her first child in late November. Yet again, Jason's children Jack and Sarah have felt compelled to speak out about the abuse they alleged to have suffered when Martens was married to their father and how they fear for any children who might come under her control. Jenny Friel speaks with journalist Lynne Kelleher, who has covered the case since the beginning and produced a television documentary for Virgin Media.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.