Episode 976: Jo Jo Dullard and her family's never-ending fight for justice
24 April 2025 - 22 minsThe family of missing Jo Jo Dullard are continuing their campaign for help in recovering her remains despite their disappointment late last year after a search for her body was stood down and a suspect was released without charge.
Just like Pam O’Loughlin, the sister of murdered Emer O’Loughlin, who is a core contributor to the new Crime World Present podcast Evil Eye, Jo Jo’s family have had to find the strength to continue their appeals despite the passage of time.
Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the long-term effects on families of loved ones of those disappeared or murdered.
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