Shattered Lives

Jamey Carney laid to rest as family of murder suspect say ‘innocent until proven guilty’ 16.07.2026 44min

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 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 your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boyfriend of murder victim Jamey Carney arrested in Jordan 13.07.2026 33min

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jamey Carney murder suspect flees Ireland 09.07.2026 26min

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 06.07.2026 22min

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 her murder. The family of Anthony Long have also spoken out after he died in hospital on Sunday following a brutal attack in Mulhuddart, West Dublin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shattered Lives: Riad Bouchaker GUILTY of attempted murder of children 01.07.2026 33min

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 the first photograph of Bouchaker, who now faces up to life in prison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘WE CAN’T ALLOW THAT’ Garda chief vows to stop protest chaos 30.06.2026 13min

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 26.06.2026 20min

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 of her murder, Brian Meehan, is set to be released soon. Finally the case of Barbie Kardashian has taken another strange turn after she faces eviction from council accomodation over her behaviour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gang boss Barry Young wanted for murder, Nikita Hand speaks out after McGregor TV appearance 24.06.2026 19min

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? 19.06.2026 38min

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? 17.06.2026 23min

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 your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crèche worker and Deliveroo rider recall intervening as children were attacked 15.06.2026 11min

The fourth day of the trial of Riad Bouchaker has heard from Leanne Flynn, a crèche worker who intervened and tried to stop a man from attacking children. Mr Bouchaker is on trial accused of the attempted murder of three children on Dublin’s Parnell Square on the 23rd of November 2023. Paul tells how Ms Flynn gave evidence today of being stabbed as she tried to stop Bouchaker after he started “jabbing” at the children with a knife. The trial also heard from Deliveroo rider Caio Benicio, who told how he hit Mr Bouchaker over the head with his bike helmet, after intervening in the incident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘The kid is dead’ - Parnell Square trial Day 3 12.06.2026 20min

Paul tells Mick about the third day of the trial of Riad Bouchaker who is accused of the attempted murder of three children in Parnell Square in Dublin. A witness described the “chaos” on the scene after children were stabbed and emergency services arrived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parnell Square Trial: Jury watch moment of the attack 11.06.2026 17min

Paul and Mick report from the second day of the trial of Riad Bouchaker, who is accused of the attempted murder of three children outside a school in Parnell Square East on November 23rd, 2023. Today the court saw a 1 hour long CCTV montage of a man’s movements throughout Dublin city centre, and the moment the children were attacked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Riad Bouchaker trial Day 1 10.06.2026 14min

Paul and Mick discuss the first day of the trial of Riad Bouchaker. Mr Bouchaker (52) of no fixed abode has pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of two girls and one boy, and assault causing serious harm to a care worker, at Parnell Square East in Dublin City on November 23 2023. He also pleaded not guilty to three counts of assault causing harm to two other young children and a passerby, as well as one count of the production of a knife. Stay connected with the Irish Mirror for the latest Irish news, crime, politics, sport, entertainment and real-life stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kinahan mobster Sean McGovern sentenced to 24 years 08.06.2026 31min

Sean McGovern, Daniel Kinahan’s closest confidant, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. Paul tells Mick of a dramatic day in the Special Criminal Court after McGovern was handed two consecutive sentences for his role in directing a crime gang in relation to the murder of innocent Dad of two Noel Kirwan, and the surveillance of Hutch associate James ‘Mago’ Gately. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mother of Alex Coughlan speaks, Qayyum murder suspect on the run 05.06.2026 35min

Paul and Mick discuss the latest developments in the murder of Qayyum Balogun on Dublin’s Grafton Street after the main suspect fled Ireland on a ferry. His devastated sister Aliyah spoke to us about her loss and called for those responsible to come forward. It comes as footage emerged of the suspect rapping and showing off a knife in the hours after the murder. They also discuss the death of Alex Coughlan and an exclusive interview with his heartbroken mother and sister. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grafton Street murder and River Liffey attack 02.06.2026 34min

Mick and Paul discuss the stab murder of Qayyum Balogun amid a row at a nightclub venue on Dublin’s Grafton Street. The 21 year old Nigerian national was stabbed numerous times and later declared dead in hospital. Campaigners have since called for justice as gardai launch a murder probe. They also discuss the mystery death of Ballyfermot native Thomas Griffin, who is believed to have fled his attackers by jumping into the River Liffey. Meanwhile wife killer Joe O’Reilly has graduated in business from behind bars, much to the outrage of his victim’s family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QA: Are Gardai going after Christy Kinahan Sr and Jr? 29.05.2026 47min

Paul and Mick answer the first tranche of your questions about Irish crime, themselves and everything in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The death of Alexander Coughlan, Kyran Durnin case arrest 28.05.2026 44min

In this episode of Shattered Lives, Mick and Paul discuss the death of Alexander Coughlan in Blanchardstown, as well as brutal assault cases in Finglas and Coolock. They also examine a major development in the disappearance and suspected murder of Kyran Durnin in Drogheda, following a significant arrest in the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inside The Garda Jobs Most People Never See 26.05.2026 1t 11min

In this Shattered Lives Special, Paul Healy and Mick O’Toole speak to four Gardaí working in some of the most unique, challenging and high-pressure roles across An Garda Síochána. The episode explores the reality of working as a Garda in Ireland, from gangland encounters and life-threatening incidents to armed support operations, hostage situations, murder scenes, race issues in modern policing, and the hidden chaos of Dublin Airport. A senior Detective Sergeant opens up about dealing with gangland figures and the moment he had to pull a gun during a life-threatening incident. A member of the Armed Support Unit speaks about hostile hostage situations and responding to serious crime scenes. A new recruit discusses confronting race issues within the force, while a Dublin Airport Garda reveals how often officers are called to deal with disruptive passengers and people being physically removed from flights. Shattered Lives goes behind the uniform to reveal the human reality of Garda life, the pressure of the job, and the moments most people never see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices