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Armagh Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport

Armagh GAA Scandal: Man Interviewed By Police Over Alleged Incident During Team Trip to Miami

By Paul Higgins An Armagh man has been interviewed by the PSNI as Miami police investigate an alleged incident during the team’s recent trip to America. It was reported recently that a group had gone to Miami in Florida in November to celebrate the team’s All-Ireland win, their first All-Ireland title in 22 years after […]

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Community Crime Louth Uncategorized

Woman Arrested on Suspicion of Murder of 8 Yr Old Kyran Durnin

Gardaí investigating the disappearance and murder of Kyran Durnin (8 years) have today, Tuesday 10th December 2024, arrested a female on suspicion of murder. The woman is being detained under Section 4 Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda Station in the East of the Country. A Garda spokesperson is not available. An Garda Síochána continues […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh Uncategorized

Newry: 37 Yr Old Man Charged With Assault on Police, Criminal Damage, Disorderly Behaviour and Resisting Police

A 37 year old man has been charged with assault on police, attempted criminal damage, criminal damage, disorderly behaviour and resisting police. He is due to appear at Newry Magistrates Court on Friday 3rd January. As is normal procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service. For guidance – The charges are […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Victim Requires Surgery Following Violent Assault

Police are seeking your assistance regarding the report of a very serious assault that has taken place along the Armagh Road near Hickeys Lane in Newry at approximately 1030 pm on Sunday 1st December. Police do not have any further details as this cowardly attack rendered the victim unconscious for a period of time, subsequently […]

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Community Crime Uncategorized

Police Launch Winter Anti-Drink and Drug Drive Operation For 2024

This festive season, the Police Service of Northern Ireland is warning drivers that just one drink could kill and destroy lives. Chief Superintendent Sam Donaldson, Operational Support Department, warned drivers there is absolutely no excuse for driving with drink or drugs. He said:  “Driving with drink or drugs is a crime and drastically increases the […]

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Agriculture Community Constituency Crime Newry South Down

Local Farmer Charged to Court

Mr Donal McGreevy (25), Moor Road, Ballyward, Castlewellan, was convicted at Downpatrick Court on four charges of failure to comply with a tuberculosis notice, requiring him to detain all animals on his holding. Mr McGreevy was not present in court, but his solicitor stated his client wanted to enter a guilty plea. The case was […]

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Business Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: 26 Yr Old Arrested Following Theft at Shopping Centre

Police in Newry have made an arrest after a report of theft at a local shopping centre. Local policing Sergeant Willis said: “Security staff at the centre contacted police to report that they had detained a man they believed had been involved in the theft of multiple items and the assault of a staff member. […]

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Business Community Crime

PSNI Launches Its Annual Christmas Operation

The Police Service of Northern Ireland has launched its annual Christmas operation today, which aims to keep people safe in the run-up to and over the Christmas and New Year period. The initiative titled Operation Season’s Greetings, will see an increase in proactive police patrols across key areas of Northern Ireland, in an effort to […]

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Community Crime Government Politics Stormont

Executive Committed to Ending Violence Against Women and Girls

The Executive has issued a statement reiterating their commitment to ending violence against women and girls. Marking White Ribbon Day, also known as the International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls and the start of a period known as the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Ministers issued the following […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Councillor Mather’s Urges Vigilance After Barcroft Home Burgled

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers  has asked residents in the Barcroft area of Newry City  to be vigilant about possible burglaries in the area. Councillor Mathers said; “Last night a home in  Barcroft Park was burgled. I would appeal to anyone who may have noticed suspicious activity in the area to report it immediately.  These […]

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Community Constituency Crime South Down Warrenpoint

Warrenpoint: Money and Jewellery Stolen In Burglary

Detectives in Newry CID are investigating a burglary at a house in Warrenpoint on Sunday 25 November. Entry was gained to the Mourne Drive property via a rear window sometime between 3pm and midnight. A sum of money and jewellery are believed to have been taken. Detectives would like to hear from anyone with information […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Two Burglaries Within a Mile of Each Other

Detectives are appealing for information following two reports of burglaries in Newry on Wednesday 20th November. Detective Sergeant Johnston said: “Officers received a report of a burglary in the Carnagh Park area, sometime between 4.30pm and 7pm, when the residents were not present. “An unknown person forced entry into a window at the rear of […]