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Daily Mirror
04-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
'Guard of honour' for gangland duo at their funeral after drive-by killings
Scottish gangsters Eddie Lyons Junior and Ross Monaghan were gunned down in a nighttime assassination in Andalucia, Spain, and a man has been accused of their murder Gangland figures and their families have gathered for the funeral of slain Scottish thugs Eddie Lyons Junior and Ross Monaghan following their deaths in a nighttime drive-by assassination. The 46 and 43-year-old, who had links to Glasgow's criminal underworld, both died when a masked gunman opened fire at Monaghans Bar in Fuengirola, Andalucia, in late May. Local media reported at the time that their mystery assailant had pulled up outside the crowded bar at 11pm before shooting the pair and speeding away in the same vehicle. Their bodies were repatriated to the UK in June, and laid to rest in Glasgow's Bishopbriggs Crematorium this afternoon. The Daily Record reports that the service began at 3pm today as Lyons Jnr and Monaghan's bodies arrived in coffins being carried by silver funeral cars, where they were greeted with a huge crowd. Figures amongst the throng were spotted queuing to gain entry to the building dressed in black and glittering designer gear, with women seen crying and men standing together to form a "guard of honour" at the crematorium entrance. They had arrived in more than 100 cars, all of which were parked on the premises. The vast majority were large, dark SUVs with blacked out windows, while a selection of other vehicles could be seen parked on the road outside the crematorium. Mourners were guarded by two private security guards clad in yellow jackets, who moved around the perimeter of the car park as the service began. Lyuons Jnr and Monaghan were members of the Lyons crime clan, who have been involved in a long-running feud with the Daniel family, a rival clan with whom they have been warring for almost 25 years. Spanish investigators believe the shootings of the two men, which were carried out in front of horrified tourists having a post Champion's League tipple at the Spanish pub earlier this year, were linked to a rivalry with the Daniel family, The man accused of shooting, Michael Riley, 44, appeared at Wesminster Magistrates' Court in London via videolink from HMP Wandsworth in late June after Spanish police fingered him for the killings. He is yet to be charged, however, with a full extradition hearing expected to be held this year. Mr Riley, who was arrested by Merseyside Police under an international arrest warrant issued by the Spanish authorities, has also not been given the opportunity to respond to allegations made about him by Spanish National Police.
Scotsman
18-06-2025
- Scotsman
Malaga shooting: Spanish police say shooting suspect 'fled three countries in 15 hours'
"There is also nothing to suggest that the shooting in Fuengirola was planned from within Scotland ." Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Spanish police have alleged that a man suspected of shooting two men dead at a bar in Malaga fled through "three countries in 15 hours". The two men, understood to be Eddie Lyons Junior and Ross Monaghan , died after a gunman opened fire outside Monaghans Bar in Fuengirola, Malaga, on May 31 . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The incident prompted a denial from Police Scotland that the incident was linked to a suspected ongoing gang feud which began in March. A man aged 44 was arrested in Liverpool on June 13 , according to the National Crime Agency , which supported the arrest alongside Merseyside Police . He then appeared in Westminster Magistrates' Court, ahead of extradition proceedings. On Tuesday, the Spanish National Police , which is leading the investigation, alleged the man took a route through "three countries in less than 15 hours" and used disguises to avoid being detected. It said that it took "just seven days" to identify him. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Read more here: 'Exceptional' Pictish carved stone returns to village where it was found Police Scotland had previously denied any link between the shootings in Spain and ongoing conflict in the Edinburgh and Glasgow regions. The force said in a statement: "There is also nothing to suggest that the shooting in Fuengirola was planned from within Scotland ." On Tuesday, the Spanish police force said "two house searches were also carried out in Liverpool and that the man went into hiding in the UK". Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A Spanish police spokesperson said: "In just seven days, the alleged perpetrator was identified. He fled three countries in less than 15 hours, altering his physical appearance to avoid recognition. "Once in hiding in the United Kingdom , he changed his address to hinder any investigation until Friday afternoon, when he was arrested by the National Crime Agency (NCA) following the issuance of an International Arrest Warrant by Fuengirola Magistrates' Court Number Two." A spokesperson for the National Crime Agency said: "On June 13 , officers from Merseyside Police arrested a 44-year-old man in the Liverpool area on behalf of the Spanish authorities for two counts of murder. The operation was supported by officers from the NCA's National Extradition Unit. Sign up to our daily newsletter for free right here. "The individual appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on June 14 for the commencement of extradition proceedings. "He was remanded in custody." Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Police Scotland Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Houston said: "We have been assisting Spanish colleagues with their investigation into the fatal shootings in Fuengirola. "We are not aware of any current evidence which suggests the deaths of these two men in Spain are linked to the recent criminal attacks in Scotland being investigated as part of Operation Portaledge. "We are aware of the statement from the Spanish police and, although we cannot comment on an ongoing investigation in another jurisdiction, our position remains that we have no current evidence to suggest that this incident was orchestrated from Scotland .
ITV News
18-06-2025
- ITV News
Suspect in Spanish double murder arrested in Liverpool after 'fleeing three countries in 15 hours'
A man suspected of shooting two people outside a bar in southern Spain was arrested in Liverpool just under two weeks after the attack, with Spanish police alleging he fled through three countries in disguise. The double shooting took place outside Monaghan's Bar in Fuengirola, Malaga, on 31 May. The victims have been named locally as Eddie Lyons Junior and Ross Monaghan. Merseyside Police arrested a 44-year-old man in Liverpool on Friday 13 June, acting on behalf of the Spanish authorities. The National Crime Agency (NCA) supported the operation, with officers from its National Extradition Unit involved. The man, who appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court the following day, is now facing extradition to Spain to stand trial for two counts of murder. He was remanded in custody. Spanish National Police, on Tuesday 17 June, revealed that the suspect had crossed through three countries in less than 15 hours after the shooting, using disguises and altering his appearance to avoid recognition. They added that he then went into hiding in the UK and changed addresses to evade detection. Two properties in Liverpool were searched during the investigation, which resulted in his arrest following the issue of an international arrest warrant by a magistrates' court in Fuengirola. A Spanish police spokesperson said: "In just seven days, the alleged perpetrator was identified. "He fled three countries in less than 15 hours, altering his physical appearance to avoid recognition. Once in hiding in the United Kingdom, he changed his address to hinder any investigation.' Police Scotland has repeatedly denied that the incident is connected to ongoing criminal tensions in the Edinburgh and Glasgow areas. A spokesperson said: 'There is also nothing to suggest that the shooting in Fuengirola was planned from within Scotland.' A spokesperson for the National Crime Agency said: 'On June 13, officers from Merseyside Police arrested a 44-year-old man in the Liverpool area on behalf of the Spanish authorities for two counts of murder. The operation was supported by officers from the NCA's National Extradition Unit. 'The individual appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on June 14 for the commencement of extradition proceedings. 'He was remanded in custody.'
North Wales Chronicle
17-06-2025
- North Wales Chronicle
Spanish police say Malaga shooting suspect ‘fled three countries in 15 hours'
The two men, understood to be Eddie Lyons Junior and Ross Monaghan, died after a gunman opened fire outside Monaghans Bar in Fuengirola, Malaga, on May 31. The incident prompted a denial from Police Scotland that the incident was linked to a suspected ongoing gang feud which began in March. A man aged 44 was arrested in Liverpool on June 13, according to the National Crime Agency, which supported the arrest alongside Merseyside Police. He then appeared in Westminster Magistrates' Court, ahead of extradition proceedings. On Tuesday, the Spanish National Police, which is leading the investigation, alleged the man took a route through 'three countries in less than 15 hours' and used disguises to avoid being detected. It said that it took 'just seven days' to identify him. Police Scotland had previously denied any link between the shootings in Spain and ongoing conflict in the Edinburgh and Glasgow regions. The force said in a statement: 'There is also nothing to suggest that the shooting in Fuengirola was planned from within Scotland.' On Tuesday, the Spanish police force said 'two house searches were also carried out in Liverpool and that the man went into hiding in the UK'. A Spanish police spokesperson said: 'In just seven days, the alleged perpetrator was identified. He fled three countries in less than 15 hours, altering his physical appearance to avoid recognition. 'Once in hiding in the United Kingdom, he changed his address to hinder any investigation until Friday afternoon, when he was arrested by the National Crime Agency (NCA) following the issuance of an International Arrest Warrant by Fuengirola Magistrates' Court Number Two.' A spokesperson for the National Crime Agency said: 'On June 13, officers from Merseyside Police arrested a 44-year-old man in the Liverpool area on behalf of the Spanish authorities for two counts of murder. The operation was supported by officers from the NCA's National Extradition Unit. 'The individual appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on June 14 for the commencement of extradition proceedings. 'He was remanded in custody.' Police Scotland Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Houston said: 'We have been assisting Spanish colleagues with their investigation into the fatal shootings in Fuengirola. 'We are not aware of any current evidence which suggests the deaths of these two men in Spain are linked to the recent criminal attacks in Scotland being investigated as part of Operation Portaledge. 'We are aware of the statement from the Spanish police and, although we cannot comment on an ongoing investigation in another jurisdiction, our position remains that we have no current evidence to suggest that this incident was orchestrated from Scotland. 'We are aware of the arrest of an individual in the Merseyside area and will continue to support colleagues in Spain where necessary and if required by them.'
Leader Live
17-06-2025
- Leader Live
Spanish police say Malaga shooting suspect ‘fled three countries in 15 hours'
The two men, understood to be Eddie Lyons Junior and Ross Monaghan, died after a gunman opened fire outside Monaghans Bar in Fuengirola, Malaga, on May 31. The incident prompted a denial from Police Scotland that the incident was linked to a suspected ongoing gang feud which began in March. A man aged 44 was arrested in Liverpool on June 13, according to the National Crime Agency, which supported the arrest alongside Merseyside Police. He then appeared in Westminster Magistrates' Court, ahead of extradition proceedings. On Tuesday, the Spanish National Police, which is leading the investigation, alleged the man took a route through 'three countries in less than 15 hours' and used disguises to avoid being detected. It said that it took 'just seven days' to identify him. Police Scotland had previously denied any link between the shootings in Spain and ongoing conflict in the Edinburgh and Glasgow regions. The force said in a statement: 'There is also nothing to suggest that the shooting in Fuengirola was planned from within Scotland.' On Tuesday, the Spanish police force said 'two house searches were also carried out in Liverpool and that the man went into hiding in the UK'. A Spanish police spokesperson said: 'In just seven days, the alleged perpetrator was identified. He fled three countries in less than 15 hours, altering his physical appearance to avoid recognition. 'Once in hiding in the United Kingdom, he changed his address to hinder any investigation until Friday afternoon, when he was arrested by the National Crime Agency (NCA) following the issuance of an International Arrest Warrant by Fuengirola Magistrates' Court Number Two.' A spokesperson for the National Crime Agency said: 'On June 13, officers from Merseyside Police arrested a 44-year-old man in the Liverpool area on behalf of the Spanish authorities for two counts of murder. The operation was supported by officers from the NCA's National Extradition Unit. 'The individual appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on June 14 for the commencement of extradition proceedings. 'He was remanded in custody.' Police Scotland Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Houston said: 'We have been assisting Spanish colleagues with their investigation into the fatal shootings in Fuengirola. 'We are not aware of any current evidence which suggests the deaths of these two men in Spain are linked to the recent criminal attacks in Scotland being investigated as part of Operation Portaledge. 'We are aware of the statement from the Spanish police and, although we cannot comment on an ongoing investigation in another jurisdiction, our position remains that we have no current evidence to suggest that this incident was orchestrated from Scotland. 'We are aware of the arrest of an individual in the Merseyside area and will continue to support colleagues in Spain where necessary and if required by them.'
