Irish Gardaí are seeking the extradition of Ahmed Al Saqar, a suspect in the Jamey Carney murder, from Jordan despite the absence of a formal extradition treaty between the two countries.
Gardaí are investigating an incident of violence, including reports of two men injured in a shooting, at a halting site on Ballyvolane Road in Cork, with videos of the event circulating widely.
A 'person of interest' in the mysterious unsolved disappearance of Icelandic poker player Jon Jonsson has refused to speak with gardaí. The individual, described as a small-time criminal, was tracked to Liverpool for an interview.
The teenagers killed in a fatal M9 motorway collision were regarded by Gardaí as among the country's most prolific and dangerous joyriders, with one having a TikTok order against him and both discussed at national Garda planning meetings.
An analysis explores how joyriding in Ireland has evolved from a phenomenon prevalent in the 1930s and 80s into a deadly social media spectacle involving reckless youths taunting gardaí.
Gardaí are appealing for information regarding two long-standing missing persons cases in Ireland. Appeals have been made ahead of the 10th anniversary of a Kerry man's disappearance and the 30th anniversary of Fiona Pender's disappearance and murder.
Four men have been arrested in Dublin in connection with burglaries after gardaí stopped a Volvo S40 with false registration plates and recovered gloves and face coverings from the vehicle.
Public order units will be deployed to police the funerals of five teenagers killed in an M9 crash, as Gardaí express concerns about scramblers and dangerous stunt driving at the services.
A stolen Toyota SUV sped the wrong way down a Dublin roadway in the early hours of the morning to evade gardaí, after being stolen in the Drumcondra suburb.
A study has found that Gardaí in Ireland routinely question journalists in an attempt to identify confidential sources, leading the Irish Council for Civil Liberties to call for legislation to protect journalists' rights.
Gardaí have ruled out the involvement of a 'sixth youth' in the fatal M9 motorway incident in Ireland, as a fundraiser for the injured sisters and young boy involved reaches €400,000.
Gardaí have launched a fresh appeal for information following the discovery of a man's body in a house in County Cavan over the weekend. A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to lead the inquiry into the death.
Irish Gardaí have commenced specialist training in the UK for high-risk vehicle pursuits, as offenders are aware that gardaí currently avoid pursuits if they travel the wrong way down major roadways.
Gardaí have issued an urgent appeal for information regarding a missing 13-year-old in Monaghan and are seeking witnesses after reports of a firearm being discharged in Limerick.
Gardaí are maintaining an 'open mind' as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a man's body in his 60s within a housing estate in Cavan.
Letters to the editor advocate for providing gardaí with necessary training and shielding them from prosecution, addressing concerns about their operational challenges.
A network of TikTok accounts in Ireland is gaining thousands of views by posting content that glorifies joyriding in stolen cars and evading gardaí (Irish police).
Ireland's Taoiseach has stated there can be 'no tolerance' for reckless driving following recent motorway crashes, prompting calls for more resources for gardaí.
The Garda Representative Association (GRA) states that Gardaí require proper training to handle drivers intentionally going the wrong way on motorways, likening such actions to 'playing Russian roulette with people’s lives'.
Columnist Robin Schiller reports that videos frequently appear on TikTok showing youths speeding against traffic, leaving Irish gardaí with limited options to intervene.
Multiple people were killed and several others, including a child, were seriously injured in a head-on collision on the M9 motorway in Ireland. The crash occurred when a car was driving the wrong way.
Gardaí are monitoring former associates and other groups as they look to step up drug importation operations, following a delegation of power by Daniel Kinahan.
Two men have been charged in connection with a €1.2 million cannabis seizure following a burglary in Dublin. A neighbor observed a man with his hands cable-tied behind his back moments before gardaí arrived.
Reports of hate crimes in Ireland have increased by 15% in 2025, reaching 780 incidents, with racism and xenophobia identified as the most common motives, though Gardaí note under-reporting persists.
Hate crimes and hate-related incidents in Ireland increased by over 16% last year, with a total of 780 reported cases, prompting Gardaí to urge victims to report incidents.
A house in Ballymun, north Dublin, sustained bullet holes in its windows in what gardaí suspect was a feud-related attack targeting a 38-year-old man known to authorities.
A Wicklow village has seen the largest increase in burglaries, with county-wide offenses hitting a five-year high, coinciding with the loss of five gardaí from the area.
A man has denied charges of breaching a safety order and attempting to force his ex-partner's car into a barrier, following a stand-off with armed gardaí.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle collision in Kildare, Ireland, which resulted in two teenagers, a man in his 20s, and a woman in her 50s being hospitalized.
A motorcyclist in his 60s has died following a collision with a car in County Donegal, Ireland, prompting Gardaí to appeal for witnesses to the incident.
Gardaí are investigating the circumstances surrounding a shooting incident at St Killian’s Park in Clondalkin, which resulted in a man in his 40s being rushed to the hospital.
Irish police conducted several operations, seizing over €150k in drugs in Co Offaly, 90 vehicles including e-scooters and e-bikes in Dublin, and a sawn-off shotgun, while also catching a driver speeding in Meath. A man was arrested after gardaí seized €150,000 suspected cannabis in Offaly.
Gardaí in Donegal arrested 17 drivers on suspicion of drink or drug driving during the recent Bank Holiday weekend, as part of efforts to enhance road safety.
Irish Gardaí detected a driver traveling at 182km/h, with over 2,540 speeding offenses recorded so far during the August Bank Holiday weekend. A total of 108 people have died on Irish roads this year.
Gardaí are investigating the last known movements of Glen Hansard after he left a west Dublin pub. Meanwhile, his family has announced the arrangements for his memorial and public funeral.
Gardaí have issued urgent appeals for public assistance in locating two missing teenagers: a 16-year-old from Galway and a 15-year-old from Wexford. Authorities are seeking any information that could help find them.
Gardaí are speaking with individuals who were with musician Glen Hansard in the hours before he died in a motorbike crash, after he visited a local pub and left at closing time.
An investigation by Fiosrú has concluded that there was no criminal offense committed by An Garda Síochána in the death of Evan Fitzgerald at a Carlow shopping center.
The Garda watchdog has concluded its investigation, finding no wrongdoing by gardaí who responded to a shooting incident at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre in Carlow on June 1, 2025, where Evan Fitzgerald discharged several shots.
Irish police (Gardaí) have welcomed Decathlon's decision to cease selling e-scooters, as road fatalities in Ireland have surpassed 109 this year, highlighting the risks and prompting calls for drivers to slow down.
Gardaí have reiterated a plea for the public to 'think before you share' as footage of an incident that left a Wexford fisherman in critical condition continues to spread widely.
Gardaí investigating the disappearance of a man in his 60s have made an arrest in connection with the case. The individual was taken into custody as part of the ongoing inquiry.
The remains of five infants were discovered in cardboard boxes at a couple's home in Orange, France, by the partner of the mother while she was hospitalized. Police have launched an investigation into the grim discovery.
Gardaí have issued renewed appeals for information regarding two missing teenagers in Ireland. A 14-year-old from Donegal has been missing for over a month, while a 15-year-old from Waterford has been missing for two weeks.
A man and a woman, described as Irish speakers, have been accused of illegally possessing explosives and transporting a bomb across the border. Gardaí stopped their car last week on the N2 in County Monaghan while investigating dissident republican activities.
Gardaí are continuing their investigation after the discovery of a man's body at a recycling centre in west Dublin. Authorities have released a photo of the deceased as part of their ongoing efforts.
A wife has successfully secured an interim barring order against her husband, who is accused of abuse, though it was indicated that gardaí had not been previously made aware of the alleged assaults.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following overnight break-ins to cars parked on Barrack Street in Cahir, with some of the affected vehicles reportedly belonging to firefighters battling wildfires.
The Gardaí's taser pilot program has been expanded to Limerick, with 200 frontline gardaí now authorized to carry tasers. This follows the initial announcement of the program's extension to the city.
Two Gardaí officers have traveled to Jordan as part of the ongoing murder investigation into the death of Jamey Carney. This trip signifies an international dimension to the probe.
Gardaí in Ireland believe the husband of a Brazilian law graduate, who was found stabbed to death in Limerick, subsequently took his own life. The investigation suggests a murder-suicide scenario.
Staff were left "shaken" after a broad daylight filling station raid near the border, prompting a joint effort by the PSNI and Gardaí to trace the getaway car.
Gardaí have launched a murder inquiry after the body of a 33-year-old Brazilian woman was discovered in an apartment in Limerick. The investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances of her death.
Gardaí are preparing to send a file to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) regarding the death of a 'much loved' Roscommon pensioner. The individual died after being knocked down by a car in Longford.
A family claims that gardaí were aware their stolen car, involved in a fatal M9 crash where a teen died, had been featured in TikTok posts, but were told such videos rarely stood up as evidence.
A powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Peru, particularly the Parinacochas province, resulting in injuries and structural damage to buildings. Despite its strength, Peru reported no major widespread damage.
Fiosrú, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission, has sent a file to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) regarding the death of Paul Butler, 51, following an interaction with gardaí in Dublin.
Gardaí have arrested 12 individuals during an operation focused on combating retail theft in County Wicklow. The arrests are part of ongoing efforts to address shoplifting and related crimes in the area.
A teenage boy was rushed to the hospital after being found on Greencastle Road in Coolock, Dublin 17, following an e-scooter incident. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses.
An article suggests that outdated policies are enabling gangs of 'feral teens' to race on motorways without fear of gardaí, highlighting a gap in law enforcement.
Ireland's media regulator is investigating whether TikTok contacted the gardaí (police) regarding videos circulating online that depict teenagers driving cars the wrong way on motorways, an issue that gained national attention after a crash on the M9.
Garda groups are calling for increased resources and pursuit training for officers following a recent M9 crash. In response, Gardaí will receive specialized pursuit training for the first time, addressing concerns about their ability to engage in high-speed chases safely.
Paul Williams argues that a new generation of 'wannabe Generals or Monks' are out-of-control thugs who do not value life, criticizing a failed juvenile justice system that leaves gardaí constrained.
Five teenage boys, aged between 15 and 18, were killed in a horrific car crash on the M9 motorway in Ireland when their vehicle was driven the wrong way. Post-mortem examinations are being carried out on the victims.
Gardaí are investigating a motorway accident on the M8 near Fermoy, Cork, which occurred this morning, with reports indicating a vehicle was traveling the wrong way.
The Irish government is drafting new legislation aimed at protecting gardaí (police officers) when they are involved in pursuing dangerously driven vehicles.
The DPP reportedly questioned gardaí about individuals other than Ian Bailey in the Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder investigation, including a German national with a history of violence who left Ireland weeks after the killing and later died by suicide.
Following Daniel Kinahan's arrest, sources indicate that 'Dapper Don' and Christy Kinahan Jnr are 'paralysed in paradise,' with gardaí confident they can track them down wherever they go, as a $5 million US bounty remains on the duo in Dubai.
Gardaí in Dublin are responding nightly to incidents involving gangs of teenage boys who steal cars and post videos of themselves driving at extreme speeds on TikTok.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, has reported a 15% increase in hate crimes and hate-related incidents during the past year, indicating a concerning trend.
A man has been arrested in County Wicklow, Ireland, after a vehicle was observed traveling in the wrong direction around 3 am. The car was later located and seized by investigating gardaí in the Bray area.
Gardaí are described as being 'relentless' in their efforts to target organized crime. This commitment highlights their ongoing strategy to combat criminal networks.
Gardaí believe some teenagers involved in a recent M50 crash may be connected to the 'Lucky Dip' vehicle theft gang, with parts of the incident possibly recorded on passengers' mobile phones.
Irish police are investigating a potential link between a 'Lucky Dip' gang and a head-on collision on the M50 motorway near Firhouse, which left a 13-year-old boy fighting for his life. Eight teenagers were reportedly in the stolen car involved.
Gardaí sighted a suspected stolen car shortly before it was involved in a wrong-way crash on the M50, prompting an investigation by Fiosrú, the garda ombudsman.
Irish police, An Garda Síochána, have issued a warning following a significant increase in the theft of Japanese import vehicles across County Wicklow.
A 31-year-old man from Diekirch, Luxembourg, has been taken into pre-trial detention for threatening police officers, while a Louth man previously jailed for similar threats against gardaí is back in custody after an arrest warrant was executed.
Gardaí have issued an urgent appeal for public assistance and information regarding a missing 17-year-old teen from Kerry, expressing concerns for their welfare.
A 'high-level' gang member with links to the Kinahan Cartel has been arrested as gardaí targeted an €8.5 million drugs hub, with the suspect considered a significant figure in several drug-trafficking networks.
Gardaí in Ireland have seized approximately €8.5 million worth of suspected cocaine and cannabis in Meath and Louth, leading to two arrests. Separately, almost 40 e-scooters, e-bikes, and scramblers were seized by gardaí in Dublin.
A man was shot in the face during a home invasion in Galway and is considered 'lucky not to have been killed', with Gardaí believing he was asleep when a gunman forced entry into his house.
Irish Gardaí detected a driver traveling at 182km/h, with over 2,540 speeding offenses recorded so far during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Gardaí have renewed their appeal for road users to take extra care, as one driver was caught at 115km/h in a 50km/h zone, with a total of 108 people having died on Irish roads this year.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, reportedly failed to furnish auditors with approval records for overtime payments despite repeated requests for the necessary documentation.
Glen Hansard was the 13th biker killed this year on Irish roads, as motorcyclist deaths continue to soar, prompting Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority to launch a bank holiday road safety crackdown.
A video circulating online, which implied Gardaí were at a Dublin mosque to arrest a man in a mobility scooter, has been debunked as misleading; police were investigating an assault reported in Dublin City on July 24.
Gardaí in north Wicklow have reported a decrease in burglary and card fraud incidents, attributing the decline to ramped-up proactive policing efforts in the area.
Daniel Kinahan has lost his final appeal to block extradition from the UAE and is now set to return to Ireland to face trial. Gardaí are preparing for a major security operation as his return could happen within weeks.
Irish Gardaí have withdrawn the first-ever prosecution for obstructing deportation against a Nigerian man. The man had claimed he was a "decuplet" and was mixed up with one of his nine identical brothers.
Irish police have withdrawn the first-ever charge of obstructing deportation against a Nigerian man who claimed his identity was confused with one of nine brothers.
Gardaí are continuing to question a man in his 20s in connection with the disappearance of a 67-year-old man in Dublin. Authorities fear the missing individual may have been killed, as the investigation progresses.
The identity of a man killed by his own pipe bomb in a Dublin hostel remains a mystery, as gardaí state he presented himself as a Lithuanian with a fake passport.
A 30-year-old Chinese national, Xiaochen Han, has been refused bail after being charged in connection with a €1.6 million cannabis stash, with Gardaí citing him as a flight risk.
Gardaí in Ireland are actively searching for a grey vehicle believed to be involved in a series of thefts from cars parked at two different hotels in Kilkenny.
Gardaí are investigating after the body of a man was discovered at a recycling centre in Clondalkin, west Dublin. The man has been identified, and authorities are appealing for witnesses.
An Irish woman has been granted a barring order against her allegedly abusive husband, who she claims blamed her for a miscarriage, though gardaí had not been previously informed of alleged assaults.
Two hundred and six new Gardaí recruits, the largest intake since 2019, were sworn in at a passing out ceremony in Templemore, with four assigned to Kerry.
The Edenderry Garda station has reopened after it was temporarily closed when gardaí became unwell while handling seized vape products, with policing duties covered by officers from Tullamore during the closure.
Gardaí have issued urgent appeals for information regarding several missing individuals, including a 16-year-old from Limerick, a 44-year-old woman from Cork, and another 16-year-old from Wexford. Concerns for their welfare have prompted these public requests for assistance.
A woman was arrested in Dundalk after gardaí seized explosives and firearms during a series of raids. The operation led to the discovery of dangerous materials and a significant security intervention.
Fiona Pender's family and friends marked 30 years since her disappearance with a memorial walk in Tullamore, as Gardaí upgraded her case to a murder investigation last year.
Ireland's Oberstown detention centre is in the spotlight as pressure mounts over youth crime, highlighted by the fact that one of five teens killed in an M9 crash would have been in the facility if a place had been available.
Gardaí are investigating the discovery of a woman's body in an apartment in Limerick city centre. A man has been taken into custody in connection with the incident.
Irish police are seeking an extradition warrant in connection with the murder of Jamey Carney in Kerry, with a summary outline of the case sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Wexford Gardaí were compelled to address and debunk a myth circulating about a scary-looking children's character reportedly lurking around local estates.
Gardaí are investigating after the body of a man in his 60s was found in a home in Co Cavan, with all possibilities being considered and foul play not ruled out.
Teenagers killed in a crash on the M9 motorway were known to gardaí (Irish police) in west Wicklow, following several previous accidents. The incident highlights concerns about road safety.
Drug dealers have been arrested in separate incidents in the Philippines and Ireland, with significant quantities of illegal substances seized. In Cagayan, a dealer yielded P544,000 worth of shabu, while in Kildare, a 'drug dealer' was apprehended after gardaí stopped a speeding vehicle.
Two teenagers died in a fatal M9 motorway crash after reportedly bragging online about driving against traffic to avoid gardaí, leading to a 20-minute pursuit that ended in tragedy.
Gardaí will receive new pursuit training this year, as confirmed by the justice minister, following a fatal collision on the M9 motorway. This initiative aims to enhance officer safety and operational effectiveness during vehicle pursuits.
Senior Gardaí are calling on social media platforms to address users who glorify gravely dangerous wrong-way driving incidents on motorways, as young men reportedly engage in such acts for social media 'likes'.
Police say one of the two vehicles involved was driving in the wrong direction on the M9 motorway in County Kildare
Five teenagers have died and four other people have been seriously injured in a crash involving a car driving in the wrong direction on a motorway in Ireland, police have said.
Gardaí confirmed the bodies of the youths, all male, had been removed from the scene of the two-vehicle collision, which happened in the early hours of Sunday on the M9 in County Kildare.
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Gardaí arrested four individuals and seized €100,000 worth of drugs, cash, and scrambler bikes in Dun Laoghaire as part of a crackdown. Three of those arrested are scheduled to appear in court in connection with the operation.
Among the racist hate crimes reported to Gardaí last year in Ireland was an incident where teenagers made animal noises at a child, alongside a separate case of a non-national taxi driver being physically and verbally abused on religious grounds.
Two Gardaí officers were hospitalized after their patrol car was rammed by a stolen vehicle. The incident occurred during an operation, resulting in injuries to the officers.
Galway City will see an increased presence of up to 13 gardaí deployed daily from 8 am to 4 am across seven dedicated areas as part of a new permanent high-visibility policing plan.
Gardaí believe that mobile phone footage recorded by passengers in a stolen car involved in an M50 crash could be crucial to their ongoing investigation into the incident.
A man has been arrested in Limerick after gardaí from the county's drugs unit carried out a search of a home on Island Road, seizing a firearm, ammunition, and heroin.
Three men in their 30s have been arrested and charged following armed Garda raids on four properties in County Cavan. The arrests are linked to recent attacks in the area.
Irish police, Gardaí, have seized over 160 e-bikes and e-scooters in Dublin as part of a day of action targeting illegal use and related offenses. The operation aimed to address concerns about unregulated electric vehicle usage.
Gardaí have arrested a man in his 20s following reports of gunshots fired at a house in Co Galway, Ireland, with another man hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for public assistance and information regarding a missing 26-year-old man from Westmeath, expressing concerns for his welfare.
Following a brawl, Gardaí are enforcing a ban on outdoor drinking at Skerries harbour, a practice generations of residents have enjoyed while watching summer sunsets, leading to local upset.
Irish police (Gardaí) have launched an investigation after a wheelie bin was thrown through the window of a pizza restaurant, with the owner expressing mental and physical exhaustion from the incident.
A man in his 30s is set to appear in court after Gardaí seized a handgun and ammunition in Crumlin, Dublin, as part of an operation targeting organised crime groups.
Oscar-winning musician Glen Hansard was involved in a fatal motorbike crash where gardaí believe he lost control of his vehicle. Filmmaker Jim Sheridan had been working on a documentary with Hansard weeks prior to the tragedy.
Irish police detected almost 1,600 speeding offences, including a motorist caught driving 172 km/h, and arrested 39 people for driving under the influence during a bank holiday roads policing operation.
Irish police detected 760 drivers breaking the speed limit and arrested 20 individuals for driving under the influence on the first day of a new roads operation.
Irish police are investigating the death of musician Glen Hansard, retracing his route and preparing a file for the coroner, including seeking CCTV footage and interviewing witnesses.
A man in his 20s has been released without charge after questioning regarding the disappearance of a pensioner from his Dublin home. Gardaí suspect the pensioner was murdered and his body disposed of.
Irish Gardaí believe that Charlie ‘Lachy’ Clarke, 67, who has been missing for over five weeks, was stabbed and his body hidden by his attacker. One man has been arrested in connection with the case.
Gardaí suspect that missing pensioner Charlie 'Lachy' Clarke was stabbed in a Dublin flat and his body subsequently moved to a secret location, as detectives question a young male in connection with his disappearance.
A 36-year-old man, Niall Cummins, has been charged in connection with a stabbing incident at a church in Waterford, Ireland, and has declined a psychiatric assessment, with gardaí objecting to bail.
Gardaí, insurance companies, and consumer watchdogs have issued a public warning about the risks associated with purchasing car insurance through social media, often involving 'ghost brokers'.
Gardaí are appealing for new information regarding the disappearance and murder of student Deirdre Jacob 28 years ago. She went missing after walking into Newbridge to get a bank draft.
A museum employee, Simon O’Donovan, has been charged with possessing explosives after an alleged car bomb was intercepted by gardaí near the border, reportedly stored at Collins’ Barracks National Museum.
Gardaí in Ireland are investigating threats made against a charity shop owner in Wexford who reported illegal dumping, with the owner stating she was told 'They'd burn me out'.
Irish police intercepted a sophisticated car bomb near the border with Northern Ireland, leading to the arrest and charging of a woman in her 20s. Authorities believe the device was prepared by dissident republicans for an attack.