Ireland Crimes and Mysteries

In this week’s episode, we talk about the latest digs and what they could mean for the search for answers in the cases of Jojo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob. For the families who have waited so long, every new search brings both hope and heartbreak, and we’ll also briefly go back over each case, looking at where things stand now and what’s been uncovered. Join Nules as we take a closer look at the lat...

A young woman vanishes after stepping off the bus to walk the 15 minute journey home in Co Meath, and the search for answers begins. What follows is a case shaped by fear, pressure, and a community that never got closure. This episode looks at the early investigation, the people pulled in, and the questions that still remain decades later. This is the case of Una Lynsky. A massive thank you to our...

Most people believe they know the moment a crime occurs until a chilling truth unravels that everything was staged. When the peaceful life of Natalie McNally was shattered on a quiet December evening, few suspected the meticulous planning behind her brutal murder. Discover how digital deception, an eerie fake live stream, and a calculated alibi kept the truth hidden for weeks until relentless cybe...

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In Part 2, we delve deeper into the mysterious death of Bobby Ryan, exploring the forensic evidence and courtroom drama that made this case one of Ireland’s most talked-about trials. After years of waiting for justice, discover how hidden clues and digital secrets played a crucial role in challenging the boundaries of justice and technology. Join Nules as she continues unraveling Bobbys story in P...

Most Irish murder trials last a few weeks, but Bobby Ryan's case took almost a decade, culminating in one of the country's longest and most complex court battles. On a quiet June morning in 2011, Bobby, affectionately known as Mr Moonlight, vanished without a trace outside a Tipperary farm. His last known words? A simple "I'll see you later," spoken to his son, but those words would be the final t...

Nadine Lott was 30 years old, living in Arklow with her six year old daughter, building a life she was proud of. Earlier that year she had told her mother on a holiday to Rome: I'm actually so happy. I don't need anything else. On the 14th of December 2019 she went out with her family to celebrate her aunt's birthday. She never came home. Today we remember Nadine as her family knew her, explore th...

In May 2012, twenty one year old Nicola Furlong was living her dream. A Wexford girl studying in Japan as part of her degree with Dublin City University, she was counting down the weeks until she came home that July. On the 23rd of May she travelled to Tokyo with a friend for the night. She never came home. This is the story of who Nicola was, what happened in Tokyo, and the fight her family carri...

By 1941, two innocent people lay in their graves. The Irish State was finished with them. Their families were not. Join Nules for the second half of one of the most extraordinary cases in Irish criminal history. The campaign. The pardon. And what came after. A massive thank you to our sponsor, Revive Active , for supporting this episode. Simplify your mornings with their all-in-one health solution...

South Tipperary, November 1940. An unmarried mother of six is found shot dead in a field on a freezing morning. The Gardaí have a suspect within hours. Within months, they have a conviction. But that is not the end of it. That is barely the beginning of it. Join Nules for part 1 of 2 episodes as she takes us inside one of the most extraordinary cases in Irish history. A big thank you to our sponso...

Explore the tragic story of Marilyn Rynn, whose life was taken on a cold December night in Dublin. Discover how cutting-edge DNA technology solved the case, reshaping Irish law forever. This episode reveals the relentless pursuit of justice and the groundbreaking forensic breakthroughs that changed everything. Tune in for a story of resilience, science, and the quest for truth. A big thank you to...

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This week Nules looks at the case of Liam Farrell. An 87-year-old man, a Saturday night, and a walk home that should have taken ten minutes. It is about a family who refused to be told there was nothing to investigate. And it is about an active Garda investigation that, as of April 2026, is hopefully closer to the truth than it has ever been. Someone knows what happened to Liam Farrell. Maybe you...

Some missing persons become household names. Their faces are everywhere, their cases debated on every news channel, their families given national platforms to plead for answers. Others simply vanish from public consciousness. In this episode, I examine four Irish missing persons cases that have received minimal media coverage, not because they didn't matter, but because of factors that had nothing...

In the early hours of November 13th, 2007, a neighbour in Omagh, County Tyrone, woke to screaming. Flames were tearing through the house next door. He grabbed a ladder and climbed toward an upstairs window, desperate to help. Inside were seven people. Five of them were children. By the time firefighters brought the blaze under control, all seven were dead. This is the story of what happened that n...

On the 29th of January 2005, Shaun Duffy left his mother's house in Meenacross, Co. Donegal. He had 500 yards to go. He made it home. But sometime in the early hours of that January morning, someone was waiting for him. 21 years on, nobody has ever been charged with his murder and in a small, tight-knit community in west Donegal, the silence around what happened that night has never broken. This w...

On an autumn night in October 1981 , music filled the rooms of the Angler’s Rest pub in Chapelizod. Friends gathered, drinks were poured, and the atmosphere was lively. It was meant to be a celebration. But before the night was over, something happened inside the pub that would leave one young man dead and a community struggling to understand how such a thing could occur. In this episode, Nules ta...

On November 16, 2010, a seemingly ordinary day turned into a profound tragedy for a family in Ireland. Amidst the country's economic struggles, John Butler, a father battling mental health issues, faced a moment of overwhelming despair. In a heartbreaking turn of events, his actions led to the loss of his two young daughters, Zoe and Ella, within their family home. This episode explores the silent...

In today's episode, Nules tells the story of Tina Satchwell, a vibrant woman whose sudden disappearance in 2017 left the coastal Irish town of Youghal in shock. For years, her fate was a mystery, hidden beneath layers of lies and manipulation. But with fresh eyes on the investigation a breakthrough finally uncovered the truth, revealing a chilling tale of control and deception. Join us as we delve...

In this week's episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules examines the case of Sheola Keaney, shedding light on the facts and narratives of this tragic case. This is a story of unimagionable loss, a father's profound grief, a mother's never ending love, and the enduring impact on all those left behind. Women's Aid National Freephone Helpline: 1800 341 900 www.irelandcrimesandmysteries.ie &nbsp...

In today's episode, Nules delves into the case of 10 year old Bernadette Connolly, who vanished on a rainy April afternoon in 1970 while cycling on a simple errand for her mother in County Sligo. Her disappearance triggered an unprecedented investigation. But more than fifty years later, questions still remain. CONTACT NUMBERS FOR BERNADETTE CONNOLLY CASE: Sligo Garda Station: 071 915 7000 Colloon...

In today's episode, Nules delves into the case of Siobhán McLaughlin, who was tragically murdered by her husband, Brian Kearney, on his birthday. This conversation explores Siobhán's vibrant life, the cracks in her marriage, the day of the murder, the investigation that followed, and the trial that sought justice for her family. The narrative highlights the complexities of domestic violence, the i...

In this week's episode, Nules chats with Kenneth Strange Jr about the disappearance of Annie McCarrick in March 1993. Kenneth is a former FBI agent and family friend to the McCarricks. He shares his personal connections with her family and the investigative challenges encountered. While acknowledging his FBI background and his book, he emphasizes the critical role of time in missing person cases a...

In this weeks episode Nules delves into the tragic case of Sandra Collins, who disappeared on a winter night in December 2000. We explore Sandra's life, the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, the subsequent investigation, and the ongoing search for closure by her family. Despite extensive efforts, Sandra's fate remains a mystery, leaving her family in a state of perpetual grief and longi...

In this episode, Nules reflects on the tragic story of Anne Lovett, a 15-year-old girl from Granard, Ireland, who died alone after giving birth in a grotto in 1984. The conversation begins by painting a picture of Ireland in the early 1980s, a time characterized by a lack of open discussions about sensitive topics such as relationships and sexual health. Nules highlights how societal norms and cul...