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[23] He also criticised those involved in taking illicit drugs as they contributed to the problems caused by the gangs. The criminals are looking at this and they’re thinking, ‘It’s Christmas’. A 'crazed' criminal deeply entrenched in the Coolock feud has emerged as the chief suspect for a gangland murder on Sunday. [12] Mayor Frank Godfrey said that the feud did not reflect the people of Drogheda or their values. [25][26] The shooting was also condemned by Minister for Justice Naomi Long and Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly. He was shot up to nine times, including at least once to the head. Most are believed to have fled to Britain and Europe over the past few months for fear of being killed or arrested, Get all the very latest news in Ireland straight to your email every single day. [6] He also said that the gangs were "running riot". Detective Supt Jason Murphy, who is leading inquiry, said his officers want to know why Lawlor was in Ardoyne. Detectives say Lawlor, a notorious assassin, was paid by the brothers to target the Travellers’ boss. [14], Robbie Lawlor was a convicted criminal who was released from prison in December 2019. “He was basically a hitman who worked alone. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. The fourth victim – notorious hitman Robbie Lawlor – was murdered in North Belfast and his case is being investigated by the PSNI. Lawlor helped kick-start the Drogheda feud when he attempted to kill the leader of a local Traveller gang involved in the drugs trade and left him paralysed from the waist down. [16][17][5] Gardaí and the driver suspect the front-seat passenger was the intended target. Gardai confirmed they are proceeding at full speed with their investigations into the recent murders of Richie Carberry, 39, Keith Branigan, 29, and 17-year-old Keane Mulready-Woods, A source said: “ The fact so many people have left means others are no longer afraid to talk, and it’s a good thing for us.”. Some of the teenager’s body parts were left in a bag in Coolock, while his head was in a burnt-out car in Drumcondra. Chief Supt Mangan and Ms Munster believe this money should go to local rehab groups. On Saturday, Lawlor, 35, the brothers’ fellow gang member and a suspect in the teenager’s murder was shot dead in Ardoyne, North Belfast, in revenge for the savage death. [3] He is a former associate of convicted criminal Cornelius Price. “Operation Stratus has had the desired effect. On Saturday night four men including a teenager were being quizzed by PSNI detectives in relation to the shooting, which was carried out just before midday. A source said: “Since Keane’s death most of the gangs have fled and it has all gone quiet.”. [17][16][5], On 12 January 2020 teenager Keane Mulready-Woods was last seen in Drogheda around 6pm. [23] Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin, Labour Party leader Brendan Howlin, Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald and Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín attended. "[2] He called for more resources for Gardaí and a more intelligent use of resources. [25][26] He was suspected of ordering the murder and dismembering of Keane Mulready-Woods. [15], Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said on 17 January 2020 that he wanted to set up a task force to tackle crime in Drogheda similar to one set up to tackle crime in North inner city Dublin. We are investing heavily in surveillance and watching their every move.”, Simply pop your e-mail into the box at the top of this article (this won't work while using the Irish Mirror app) and get all the latest news and entertainment direct to you. Our. The brothers escaped to Spain via Scotland. [5] The shooting is followed by more arson and bomb attacks. You can unsubscribe at any time. A source said: “The brothers are terrified they will be kidnapped and chopped up too. [2] TD Fergus O'Dowd echoed the call for more resources and said that Drogheda Gardaí must be afforded all necessary resources to tackle recent crime.

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