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Episodes
Crime WorldThe Witness brought to life in Rex Ryan's one-man play
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…
Crime WorldSean McGovern says solitary confinement is damaging his mental health
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…
Crime WorldKerry man charged over €32m crystal meth seizure denies directing criminal organisation
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…
Crime WorldPrison launches investigation after Daniel Kinahan put on call to alleged major drug trafficker
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…
Crime WorldGang rapists argue victim shouldn't have been allowed to give evidence behind screen
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…
Crime WorldDr Marie Cassidy explores Ireland's last witch trial
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…
Crime World‘Coward punch’: Families of one-punch attack victims campaign for sentencing changes
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…
Crime WorldJohn Gilligan facing over 11 years in prison after allegedly running drug lab in Spanish villa
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…
Crime WorldKiller Christa Pike and her botched execution
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…
Crime WorldShould family killer Gregory Fox be allowed move to an open prison?
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…
Crime WorldMan pleads guilty over 2010 murder of Lee Slattery who was ‘wrongly singled out’ by gang
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…
Crime WorldKinahan hitman goes ‘absolutely ballistic’ after innocent female relative’s car is firebombed
Gangland killer Nicky McConnell has vowed revenge after an innocent female relative was wrongly targeted in a case of drug debt intimidation. McConnell wants…
Crime WorldJudge blocks bid to sell motorbikes seized from Hennessey family home for ‘Christmas presents’
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…
Crime WorldTwo people appear in court over Waterford arson attack
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…
Crime WorldCarlow woman who stabbed her ex-partner to death had violent history
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…
Crime WorldKiller branded ‘enemy No1’ by fellow inmates after posting TikTok mocking politician
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…
Crime WorldThe gangster’s moll involved in the feud-linked murder of Jamie Tighe-Ennis
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…
Crime WorldDubliner ‘celebrated’ Robbie Lawlor killing, court told
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…
Crime WorldDirty Money: Three decades of the CAB (Part 3)
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…
Crime WorldJeffrey Donaldson given 15 years - but will be out in seven
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…
Crime WorldDirty 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…
Crime WorldDirty Money: Three decades of the CAB (Part 1)
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…
Crime WorldDublin woman criticises Swiss clinic over mum’s assisted suicide
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…
Crime WorldHomes of Waterford criminals raided in probe into arson murders of family as gardai seize cars
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…
Crime WorldHow alleged theft of cocaine haul led to breakout of latest gangland feud in Dublin
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…
Crime WorldCouple killed with two children in Waterford house fire were previously targeted by criminals
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…
Crime WorldWho is Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson?
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…
Crime WorldEncrochat Eight trio jailed for roles in organised crime
Three more members of the so-called Encrochat Eight have been jailed for their roles in organised crime. Darran McConville, Jeffrey McClean, and Desmond…
Crime WorldDaniel Kinahan to apply for bail as court told he intends to fight crime gang charge
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…
Crime WorldThe American Idol wife killer case and its parallels with the Joe O'Reilly trial
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…
Crime WorldJonathan Gill in last chance saloon after extradition court fail
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…
Crime WorldMeet the paedo hunting grandmother who vows to keep catching predators
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…
Crime WorldMr Flashy enforcer Scott Capper enjoys new-found freedom after prison release
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…
Crime WorldEncroChat kingpin Mark Dunford plots drug empire comeback from behind bars
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…
Crime WorldGangland rapist Thomas O’Neill undergoes surgery to remove bullet from leg after shooting
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 WorldDonaldson still in Maghaberry hospital as old home goes up for sale
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…
Crime WorldKiller caught boozing while on day release from jail by Crime World
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…
Crime WorldLawyers for Kerry crystal meth co-accused given deadline to find Irish data specialist
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…
Crime WorldWho will take over from the European Super Cartel?
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…
Crime WorldDaniel Kinahan helped save prisoner's life before today's court appearance
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…
Crime WorldTrial of Kerry man James Leen over €30m crystal meth plot begins today
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…
Crime WorldThe rise and fall of Kinahan cheerleader Billy Joe Saunders
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…
Crime WorldWho are killer brothers Gary and Sean Anderson?
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…
Crime WorldHennessy feud: Devon's partner brands brother Jason ‘a rat’
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…
Crime WorldDrumcree: No deal over Garvaghy Road, £3m spent so far, O'Neill defiant
The standoff between the Orangemen on Drumcree and the residents of the Garvaghy Road continues in Portadown. Negotiations involving the Secretary of State…
Crime WorldViolent thug’s close links to one of the alleged leaders of ‘Family’ gang
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…
Crime WorldChristy Kinahan Snr has left Dubai
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…
Crime WorldGardaí discover mobile cocaine lab during operation against transatlantic crime groups
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…
Crime WorldCouple who swore affidavits in Conor McGregor civil rape case charged with perjury
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…
Crime WorldChristy Kinahan Snr could end up in the new hub of organised crime - Turkey
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…
Crime WorldBrutal murder of Geila Ibram reignites debate over Ireland’s sex trade laws
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…
Crime WorldDrumcree: nationalist and unionist camps completely divided over Garvaghy march
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…
Crime WorldNikita Hand's new memoir on Conor McGregor rape trial
'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…
Crime WorldDublin man charged with murder of Robbie Lawlor
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…
Crime WorldThe killer driver and member of Cock-Wall gang who poured bleach on elderly woman
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…
Crime WorldDaniel Kinahan's podcast with James English due out on same day as next court appearance
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…
Crime WorldKinahan gangster involved in 'Mago' Gately murder plot released from prison
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…
Crime World‘Well known’ criminal survives second shooting in just over 24 hours in Dublin
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…
Crime WorldChristy Kinahan Snr's Dubai residence visa cancelled
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…
Crime WorldFather of innocent gun victim calls on football club to pay debts
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…