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Shattered Lives

Shattered Lives

Reach Ireland Podcasts 271 Episodes Jul 24, 2026

Shattered Lives is Ireland's premier crime podcast, hosted by leading crime reporters Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole. It examines gangland feuds, murder investigations, major trials, and the biggest crime stories in Ireland.

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Landlord found in ‘hidden’ room speaks out, dissident bomb plot foiled
Landlord found in ‘hidden’ room speaks out, dissident bomb plot foiled Jul 24, 2026 1736 Paul and Mick discuss the major Garda operation that foiled a dissident bomb plot after a car was intercepted in Co Monaghan. They also discuss the bizarre story of a booking.com rental in which the landlord was discovered behind a wall. Paul spoke to the landlord in question who gave his own version of events. Paul and Mick also discuss the latest events in Waterford this week after a woman was s
Woman stabbed during prayers at Waterford church
Woman stabbed during prayers at Waterford church Jul 21, 2026 926 Paul reports from Tramore Co Waterford where a woman was stabbed as she said prayers before Mass. A man has been arrested over the shocking attack which took place inside the church before 10am. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code shatteredlives at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/shatteredlives ⛵ Learn more about
Jamey Carney laid to rest as family of murder suspect say ‘innocent until proven guilty’
Jamey Carney laid to rest as family of murder suspect say ‘innocent until proven guilty’ Jul 16, 2026 2660 Paul and Mick discuss the latest in the ongoing investigation into the murder of American mother of one Jamey Carney in Kerry. Jamey’s devastated family laid her to rest during an emotional funeral service during the week. It comes as the family of person of interest Ahmad Al-Saqar have released a statement. Meanwhile disgraced soldier Cathal Crotty is about to be released from prison. Download
Boyfriend of murder victim Jamey Carney arrested in Jordan
Boyfriend of murder victim Jamey Carney arrested in Jordan Jul 13, 2026 2017 Paul and Mick discuss the major development in the investigation into the murder of American national Jamey Carney in Kerry. Ahmed Al-Saqar has been arrested by Jordanian police after leaving Ireland in the hours before Ms Carney’s body was discovered. More details have also emerged about Al-Saqar’s asylum seeking status and relationship with Ms Carney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc
Jamey Carney murder suspect flees Ireland
Jamey Carney murder suspect flees Ireland Jul 9, 2026 1602 Mick and Paul discuss the murder of American mother of one Jamey Carney in Killarney, Co Kerry. They discuss how the killing has shocked Ireland and how the suspect has now fled the country, complicating the Garda investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Three murders in one weekend
Three murders in one weekend Jul 6, 2026 1360 Paul and Mick discuss three separate murder investigations after a disturbing weekend of violence in Ireland. Minor criminal Mark Cullen was shot in the leg and died in an incident in Dun Laoghaire on Sunday. It is also the first gun killing in Ireland since 2024. Meanwhile tragic Adina Constantin was found dead at her home in Portlaoise, Co Laois. A man known to her was arrested on suspicion of h
Shattered Lives: Riad Bouchaker GUILTY of attempted murder of children
Shattered Lives: Riad Bouchaker GUILTY of attempted murder of children Jul 1, 2026 2028 Mick and Paul discuss the guilty verdict in the trial of Riad Bouchaker, who stabbed children and a care worker in a terrifying incident in Dublin’s Parnell Square in 2023. Today a jury found him guilty on all eight counts. Mick was in court for the verdict and tells Paul of the moment it was read out and of the reaction of Bouchaker. They also discuss what couldn’t be said during the trial and th
‘WE CAN’T ALLOW THAT’ Garda chief vows to stop protest chaos
‘WE CAN’T ALLOW THAT’ Garda chief vows to stop protest chaos Jun 30, 2026 824 Mick discusses the major Garda operation to police and protect Ireland’s imminent presidency of the EU - and he analyses Commissioner Justin Kelly’s vow to prevent a repeat of April’s fuel protests when thousands of people blocked roads, airports and ports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wife Killer found dead in prison, Veronica Guerin killer to be freed
Wife Killer found dead in prison, Veronica Guerin killer to be freed Jun 26, 2026 1208 Paul breaks down more of this week’s crime stories. Ali Sohrabi, who was charged with the murder of his former wife Masoumeh Manojan in Clifden, Co Galway, was found dead in the yard of Castlerea Prison on Thursday. New crime stats meanwhile reveal a worrying rise in violence against women. Friday marked the 30th anniversary of the murder of Veronica Guerin. We discuss how the only man convicted
Gang boss Barry Young wanted for murder, Nikita Hand speaks out after McGregor TV appearance
Gang boss Barry Young wanted for murder, Nikita Hand speaks out after McGregor TV appearance Jun 24, 2026 1185 Paul discusses the week’s crime stories so far - from the extradition proceedings against Sligo crime boss Barry Young for the murder of Robbie Lawlor to Nikita Hand speaking out after Conor McGregor appeared on the Tonight Show in the US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Q&A: Is knife crime rising, was there a Kinahan Hutch peace deal?
Q&A: Is knife crime rising, was there a Kinahan Hutch peace deal? Jun 19, 2026 2300 Paul and Mick answer more of your questions on a multitude of topics including how do they cultivate sources, is crime on the increase and has there been communication between the Hutch and Kinahan clans to end their bitter feud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daniel Kinahan back in Ireland by July - what is the case against him?
Daniel Kinahan back in Ireland by July - what is the case against him? Jun 17, 2026 1402 Paul discusses the revelation that mob boss Daniel Kinahan is set to be extradited to Ireland as early as mid July. He speaks about the major security operation to bring the high profile gang boss home and details what we know will form some of the case against him. Paul also discusses the death of Noreen Daly in Co Waterford and the court case of a man charged with her murder. Learn more about yo

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