Shattered Lives

We’ve had Cocaine Bear - and now we have the cocaine boat. On Tuesday, over 2.2 tonnes of cocaine was seized in a joint operation between the Army Ranger Wing, the Irish Navy, the Garda National-Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau and Revenue. In a dramatic operation, they halted the MV Matthew vessel off the Cork coast, in what is a major blow to organised crime. To give us an insight into a stunning 24 hours in Irish policing, Ciaran Bradley is joined by the Irish Daily Star and Irish Mirror’s Crime and Defence Editor, Michael O’Toole. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss this week's crime stories in Ireland. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We discuss the vote of no-confidence results in Garda Commissioner Drew Harris, as well as the latest on the hunt for the Kinahans. Paul and Michael also discuss the Stephen Termini GoFundMe story. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two men have been found not guilty of direct involvement in the robbery that led to the murder of Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe. The three judges of the Special Criminal Court today found James ‘Jimmy’ Flynn (32) from South Armagh not guilty of direct involvement in the robbery of E7,000 at Lordship Credit Union in Bellurgan, Co Louth. Co-accused man Brendan ‘Benny’ Treanor was also found not guilty - with the judges finding that the evidence showed he was a “member” of the criminal gang involved - but it did not prove beyond all reasonable doubt that he was at the scene of the crime when it occurred. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy discuss the week's crime stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole sit down to talk about interviewing some of Ireland's most notorious murderers. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy speaks to Michael O'Toole about a bombshell interview with John Gilligan, one of Ireland's most notorious crime figures. We also discuss the latest on Jonathan Dowdall's witness protection status, and the tragedies on Ireland's roads. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul speaks to lawyer Eric Montalvo in today's episode. Montalvo is suing former boxing firm MTK Global and Kinahan on behalf of promoter Moses Heredia, who is seeking damages of up to $20million (€18.4m) for the alleged poaching of boxer JoJo Diaz. Heredia has already indicated that he intends to give a portion of that money to the families of innocent victims of the Kinahan cartel – and now his lawyer believes assets seized by the US government could be used to pay him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy is joined by Michael O'Toole to discuss the major charges to be brought against the Kinahan cartel in Ireland. We also discuss the situation around Dublin crime, and the likelihood of armed gardai to be on the city's streets. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Sandra Mallon discuss the fallout from the RTE payments scandal and what it means for Ryan Tubridy. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our 'Week in Crime' episode this week focuses on the thorny issues of rehousing sex offenders after protests against a man jailed for paedophilia in Tipperary. We hear from Fiona Doyle who came face-to-face with her father who sexually abused her as a child. We also discuss Ireland's run on the banks, and the statistics on Dublin's violence. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With yet more shocking attacks on the streets of Dublin, Paul Healy and Ciaran Bradley discuss what can be done. Paul speaks to a local shop owner about the atmosphere of violence and intimidation in Temple Bar, while the Lord Mayor of Dublin gives his take on why he feels safe in the city. Mannix Flynn also speaks to us. Send us your experiences of Dublin city centre, we want to be able to put your comments to representatives for change - @healyhack or @ciaranbrad on Twitter. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy speaks to Mick O'Toole about the week's crime stories. We start by remembering the late Det Garda Deirdre Finn, who - with her family - is in our thoughts this week. There is the story about Patsy Hutch that came from a Shattered Lives listener. We also hear the extraordinary story of 'Mexican Morris' who live in Co Kerry for years and is now wanted for extradition in relation to membership of the deadly Sinaloan drug cartel. We also discuss the future of Joe O'Reilly and much more. Shattered Lives is produced by Ciaran Bradley for Reach Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Kinahan cartel mob lieutenant Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh faces new weapons charges in the UK, Paul Healy talks to the Irish Mirror's John Hand about being in court for the case. We look at what happened, why, and what comes next for the crippled crime cartel. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss reporting from on the ground in Monaghan on the deaths of teenagers Kiea McCann and Dlava Mohamed, who died in a crash on the way to their Debs. We also look at the case of Barbie Kardashian and more rancour in the Gardai ranks. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the recent attack on American tourist Stephen Termini in Dublin city centre and hear directly from Stephen's son, Michael. We look at whether Dublin is becoming more dangerous, and what can be done. We also look at disgruntlement within An Garda Siochana, and much more. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In early 2022, Ireland was gripped by the case of a dead man being brought to a post office by his nephew to collect his pension. In this episode, we remember Peadar Doyle, and look into the case further - and hear from one of the men responsible directly. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You're very welcome back to Shattered Lives. Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss this week's Irish crime stories, including Jonathan Dowdall's appeal, updates in the Irene White case and much more. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole speaks to Anna Sergi, Professor of Criminology at the University of Essex, about the state of organised crime in Italy. We look at the storied history of the fight between the underworld against the Italian state, internecine battles and how Raffaele Imperiale may strike another blow to the freedom of those in the Kinahan cartel. Shattered Lives is produced by Ciaran Bradley for Reach Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ciaran Bradley speaks to Michael O'Toole about a busy week reporting on Irish crime. We look at the fallout from the arrest of the Kinahan cartel's Liam Byrne, updates on the murder of Catherine Henry, the break-ins by a teenager at Dáil Éireann and the role of encrochat. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In possibly the most dramatic development in Irish gangland since the US sanctions on Daniel Kinahan, Kinahan associate Liam Byrne has been arrested by Spanish police after a trip to Mallorca. A spokesman for Spain’s National Police in Majorca said: “National Police officers have arrested in Majorca a dangerous Irish fugitive who is a member of the Kinahan clan and was a priority of the UK’s National Crime Agency, for leading a criminal organisation involved in weapons trafficking in the UK. “The fugitive led the weapons trafficking organiSation which bought pistols and submachine guns to then sell to other organisations." john Hand joins with Michael O'Toole as we explain why this happened, and what this means. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole talks to Darren Lalor, an Irish criminal barrister, who has an extraordinary tale. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in crime and justice, about an incredible journey. Shattered Lives is produced by Ciaran Bradley for Reach Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy discuss the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, the police investigation and new leads uncovered by German police. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy discuss the week's crime stories, as Louth is the centre of unwanted attention. We also discuss the Disneyland Paris Garda story and the bravery awards for An Garda Siochana. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy discuss the murder of Irene White in her home in Dundalk in April 2005. Niall Power and Anthony Lambe have been convicted of her murder but questions over the wider case. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole all manner of this week's crime stories. Paul talks about doorstepping Patsy Hutch, we look at the Regency sentences for Jason Bonney and Paul Murphy and the shooting of Gary Carey in Kilmainham - plus much more. Shattered Lives is produced by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kieran Cunningham joins Michael O'Toole to discuss the new podcast 'Untouchable' about Katie Taylor. We also look at the role of Daniel Kinahan in professional boxing, as Kieran says he believes he is still involved in some of the biggest fights. 'Untouchable' can be found here - and is a limited series starting Tuesday 16 May about Taylor's homecoming, her importance in Irish life - told by those who know her best. The pod is presented by Kieran Cunningham and produced by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy discuss the sentencing of Jason Bonney and Paul Murphy after their guilty verdicts in the Regency murder trial. The lads also look at the situation regarding Gerry Hutch, with his battle over costs with the State rumbling on - and the remaining threats to Mr Hutch's life from the Kinahan cartel. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's 'The Week in Crime', Paul discusses the latest updates on his exclusive story about the GSOC officer attending a homecoming for Gerry Hutch and the legal fallout. We also look at the GRA conference, the situation regarding Jonathan Dowdall and rape threats made by transgender inmate Barbie Kardashian. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole talks to the first Irish head of an EU Mission, head of EUCAP, Chris Reynolds. EUCAP is a civilian crisis management mission that supports the development of Somali maritime security. Chris tells us about the horrors of the Air India disaster, the experience of training with Prince Andrew, and much more. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole talks to Laura Colgan and Ciaran Bradley from our Irish American sister newspaper about the trials and trips of Donald Trump. Mr Trump plans to visit Ireland shortly, and has been subject to a criminal investigation into alleged hush money payments made to the adult actress Stormy Daniels. Laura and Ciaran give their thoughts live from the ground in New York City, to bring us up to speed with what has happened, why it is important and what will likely happen from here. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley, and presented by Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael O'Toole speaks to Paul Healy about his blockbuster story about the GSOC officer allegedly at a Gerry Hutch homecoming party, and we look at the fallout from the trial. A GSOC officer allegedly attended the party just hours after Mr Hutch was found not guilty of the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in February 2016. The lads also discuss the winners and losers from the trial that captivated Ireland and beyond. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, we look at more of your questions in relation to the Gerry Hutch verdict and the Regency trial. The trial had a seismic impact on the Irish legal system, and we look at the likely ramifications. Ciaran Bradley speaks to Mick O'Toole and Paul Healy about its impact. We also look at the future of Jonathan Dowdall, what the case has done for the Special Criminal Court’s reputation, and much more. If you like what you’ve heard today, subscribe to Shattered Lives wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After one of the most dramatic weeks in Irish legal history, we have been left with almost as many questions as answers. Gerry Hutch was found not guilty at the Special Criminal Court of the murder of David Byrne in 2016. The Regency murder trial and the consideration of the cases of those alleged to have been involved, has taken nearly six months. Today, Paul Healy and Michael O’Toole take your questions, and try to shed some light on what happened, why it did so and what comes next. Today’s podcast is the first part of a chat that lasted a couple of hours - keep an eye for the remainder over the next couple of days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gerry Hutch is enjoying his first few days as a free man after he was found not guilty of the murder of David Byrne. Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the aftermath of the Special Criminal Court trial into the murder of David Byrne, and their stories of covering the last few days as crime journalists. Subscribe to Shattered Lives where you get your podcasts for regular episodes. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gerry Hutch: not guilty. In one of the most dramatic days in Irish legal history, Gerry Hutch has been found not guilty of the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in 2016. Paul Healy was in court and gives us the lowdown on a day that has potentially-enormous implications in Ireland in the legal system. Excuse us if this one sounds a bit ready, but... bloody hell. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Mick O'Toole discuss the State's case against Gerry Hutch, with the verdict in the murder trial of David Byrne due on Monday, April 17th. We look at the evidence in the case and discuss the ins and outs of a case that has gripped Ireland. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Laura Young resigned from An Garda Síochána last year, and was one of 109 to quit the force last year - the highest number in five years. Michael O'Toole talks to former Garda Laura Young about why she left the force. She speaks about the toll of the job on mental health, and why she felt she had to leave. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole bring you the next edition of 'The week in crime'. We look at the whereabouts of the Kinahan cartel, the latest in a murder that shocked Limerick and an u[date on abuse in the Defence Forces. Paul also discusses his experiences at the conference of the Associated Garda Sergeants and Inspectors conference. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's Shattered Lives, we discuss what it is like to spend a life in crime. Reporting, at least. Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy talk to Ciaran Bradley about the reasons for choosing journalism, crime reporting in particular, as well as the dangers and thrills of the job. We also look at the stories that remain memorable, the threats and opportunities for journalism and media more widely, and why it is among the best jobs for a young person to choose if they have the hunger for it. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week, Gardai opened a murder investigation into missing New York native Annie McCarrick in Dublin. Today, Paul speaks to the former detective who investigated Annie's disappearance, who believes her killer may have kept her bag as a souvenir. Gardai have issued an appeal in relation to a brown bag she had when she vanished on March 26, 1993, and are looking for anyone who may have any information about Annie's whereabouts. Today, we look at not only the case of Annie, but the cold cases of women missing in Ireland, and those who Gardai believe may have been involved - and those who have been effectively ruled out. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Warning: this episode contains graphic evidence from the murder trial of Graham Dwyer. If this is something likely to affect you, this may be an episode to miss. Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the murder of Elaine O'Hara by Dwyer, and his failed attempt to overturn his sentence. Ms O'Hara was the victim of a twisted mind, and she suffered mental health issues throughout her life that Dwyer manipulated for his own sordid gratification. This episode is dedicated to her memory, and to those who remember her. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Week in Crime', we discuss a number of cases in Irish law. Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy look at the case of Barbie Kardashian, a violent transgender woman prisoner whose case has caused issues for the Irish Prison Service in terms of confinement due to the nature of her crimes. We also discuss the Josh Dunne case, the Graham Dwyer appeal, as well as emergent issues around Garda corruption. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police Federation for Northern Ireland chief Liam Kelly joins us today to discuss the threats to policing in the north after the attempted murder of John Caldwell. This is a fascinating insight into policing when there are paramilitary attempts on law enforcement, as well as budget cuts and churn within the forces. A really interesting chat that will help contextualise policing on the island of Ireland. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's crime stories, Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the murder of Detective Garda Colm Horkan. 46-year-old Stephen Silver has been sentenced to 40 years imprisonment for the murder of Detective Horkan, which we discuss at length. Paul also tells us about staking out abusive priest Joe Dunne, and we discuss the process of 'doorstepping' in general and the reasons behind it. We also look at the disappearance of Tina Satchwell in 2017. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Detective Colm Horkan and his family. Shattered Lives is produced by Ciaran Bradley for Reach Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MURDER-accused Bailey has insisted he’s not a danger to women - despite his history of domestic violence. Speaking to ‘Shattered Lives’, Bailey was challenged on his prior history of assaulting his former partner Jules Thomas and allegations that he previously threatened witness Maria Farrell. However, the former journalist, who is now set to launch his own podcast, insisted to us that he is not a danger to the women of Ireland when asked. Bailey was convicted in his absence in a French court of the murder of Sophie Toscan Du Plantier at her holiday home in Schull on December 23, 1996 - a charge he denies. Paul Healy speaks at length to Mr Bailey in a feature-length interview today. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The week in crime looks at the week's crime stories in Ireland, with Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole. We look at the Burke family's removal from a Dublin court and what it says about media coverage of the situation. Michael talks about the shooting death of John Brogan in Mayo, the situation regarding Lisa Smith and more. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the Drogheda drug feud that led to the death of Keane Mulready-Woods. We look at the antagonists in Cornelius Price and Robbie Lawlor, and their demises. Michael O'Toole speaks to Irish Daily Star journalist Nicola Donnelly gives her view from covering the feud from its inception. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the crimes they have been working on as journalists this week. Paul speaks to Simone Lee, victim of an acid attack and false imprisonment in Limerick, in a wider discussion about violence against women. Michael talks about Graham Dwyer's upcoming appeal for the murder of Elaine O'Hara. We also discuss the murder of Marius Mamaliga, stabbed in Swords last week, who passed away over the weekend. Shattered Lives is produced by Ciaran Bradley for Reach Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Assistant Garda Commissioner Mick O'Sullivan joins Michael O'Toole on Shattered Lives today. We discuss a storied career that saw him help revolutionise tackling heroin in Dublin, the emergence of the Kinahan cartel and the future of the war on drugs. We also look at the new series of 'Dublin Narcos' which beings on 5th March on Sky Crime. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices