GARDAÍ are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a man missing from Co. Meath. Dylan McLoughlin, 27, is reported missing from his home in Ratoath since Friday, February 21. He was last seen in the town at around 10.30pm that night. Mr McLoughlin is described as being approximately six foot in height, of slim build with brown hair. When last seen, he was … [Read more...] about Appeal for information on man missing from Co. Meath
Appeal for information on man missing from Co. Meath
Man hospitalised after being shot with crossbow in Belfast
A MAN has been treated in hospital after being shot in the leg with a crossbow in Belfast. The incident occurred some time between 12am and 1.30am on Sunday in the Cupar Way area in the north of the city. The 32-year-old victim was reportedly shot once in the leg before being taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries. Police have now appealed for witnesses while saying … [Read more...] about Man hospitalised after being shot with crossbow in Belfast
Bishop issues ‘unreserved apology’ over alleged abuse by late Catholic priest
A BISHOP has issued an 'unreserved apology' over alleged abuse by a late Catholic priest, saying earlier action would have empowered other victims to speak up. Bishop Alan McGuckian from the Down and Connor diocese in Northern Ireland said credible allegations had been received about Fr Patrick O'Neill, who passed away in November 2009. Bishop McGuckian, who took up his current … [Read more...] about Bishop issues ‘unreserved apology’ over alleged abuse by late Catholic priest
Man due in court following discovery of suspicious bag in Co. Derry
A MAN is due in court following the discovery of a suspicious bag in Co. Derry. The bag, which police said contained 'a number of items', was found with a bike in the Strand Road area of Coleraine on Thursday, February 13. The discovery of the bag and its contents prompted police to increase patrols in the area, while local politicians issued warnings for residents to stay … [Read more...] about Man due in court following discovery of suspicious bag in Co. Derry
Man shot during ‘reckless attack’ in west Belfast
A MAN has been taken to hospital following a shooting incident in west Belfast on Sunday. The incident occurred in the Bell Steel Manor area of Poleglass in Dunmurry at around 10.30am. Danny Baker, Sinn Féin MLA for West Belfast, condemned the shooting, describing it as a 'reckless attack'. The man is believed to have been shot at several times while sitting in the driver's … [Read more...] about Man shot during ‘reckless attack’ in west Belfast