Renewed appeal for information of murdered ex-garda

Gardai have renewed an appeal and are offering an reward for information in relation to 2012 murder of former detective Garda John Kerins in Bailieborough.

John Kerins (49) was shot while lying on the sofa of his two-storey home in Cornaveagh, the TV remote control by his side and front door unlocked.

Now, on the fourth anniversary of Mr Kierns' death on November 9, 2012, gardai have reviewed their public appeal for any information which made lead to his killers being identified and brought to justice.

Speaking today, Detective Inspector Shay O’Leary of the Cavan-Monaghan District said as there were no witnesses, gardai have very limited information to help solve this crime.

“I genuinely believe that members of the public have information in relation to the murder and I am asking these individuals to come forward,' he said.

Any information should be forwarded to investigating Gardaí at Bailieboro Garda Station or any Garda Station. If a member of the public prefers to give the information anonymously, they can call Crimestoppers on 1800 25 00 25

 

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