Episode 159: The arrest of Gerard Mackin and the secret Kinahan Cartel ledgers

Five members of Jozef Puska’s family have been convicted of obstructing the investigation into Ashling Murphy’s murder. Puska’s wife, along with two of his brothers and their wives, all misled gardai by failing to disclose vital information about the savage crime. Niall speaks to Sunday World news editor Eimear Rabbitt about how Puska’s family knew all along that he was a suspect in a violent attack on a woman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A carnival of political protestors, fans and rock stars turned Westminster Magistrates Court into a colourful festival this week as Kneecap star MoChara appeared to face charges under the terrorism offences. Nicola speaks with journalist Allison Morris about the case, his A list defence team and her own experience on trains, planes and automobiles to get there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murder suspect Jonny Smyth who was arrested in Portugal after leaving Spain following the murder of Belfast man John George married his girlfriend Madison Allen while on the run and is now enjoying conjugal visits in his prison as he awaits a decision of a magistrate on possible charges. Nicola speaks with reporter Steven Moore about the secret wedding of Smyth and Allen who is standing by her man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spanish police have confirmed that the double murder in a Fuengirola bar late last month was a feud related hit linked to the long running clash between two of Scotland’s most notorious crime families. Ross Monaghan and Eddie Lyons Jnr from Glasgow were shot dead at Monaghan’s Bar after watching the Champions League Final. Scottish police initially said there was no evidence the double assassinations were part of the long running feud but their Spanish counterparts have since confirmed that they victims were targeted by a professional killer from the rival faction. Nicola and Niall speak to Richard Elias, Deputy Editor of the Scottish Daily Express about the latest update in the double murders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murder accused Sean McGovern has moved wing in Portlaoise Prison and is now under the protection of hitman for hire Thomas Nicky McConnell. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the country’s most notorious prisoner as he gets ready to challenge the legality of his extradition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.