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Sunday World
10-07-2025
- Sunday World
Fundraiser in honour of tragic dad Joey McEvoy raises thousands in hours
'Our community is left devastated by the news of Joe's passing as he leaves behind his life partner Emma and three kids Tori, Parker and Alfie' A fundraiser for tragic dad-of-two Joey McEvoy has raised thousands of euro in a matter of hours. The GoFundMe page set up for the family of Mr McEvoy who was fatally stabbed in an alleged attack at a house in Dublin 'smashed' the initial goal of €5,000, according to organisers. A total of €7,250 has now been raised towards a new €8,000 target through 136 donations. In an update to the page, simply entitled 'Joey McEvoy' a message states: '5000 goal smashed, thank you all, let's keep going for Joe's family'. 'Joey was a hardworking family man and the life of every party/event,' the page reads. 'He was the captain of Old Tower/Quarryvale for the last eight plus years and a real leader who everybody would want on their team. 'Our community is left devastated by the news of Joe's passing as he leaves behind his life partner Emma and three kids Tori, Parker and Alfie. RIP Joe Mc.' Joey McEvoy News in 90 Seconds - July 10th Mr McEvoy, a father of two young boys and step-father to a girl, died following an incident at around 5.50am on Monday morning. Gardai said they were alerted to an alleged assault at a residence in Clondalkin. Mr McEvoy was found unresponsive and was conveyed to John Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, where he was later pronounced deceased. Details of Mr McEvoy's funeral are to be released later, according to his death notice on It states that the death has occurred of Joey McEvoy of Greenfort Clondalkin, Dublin 'very suddenly'. 'Surrounded by his loving family (and) sadly missed by his heartbroken parents Yvonne and Joseph, loving partner Emma, adored children Parker, Alfie and Tori'. It also refers to his sisters Leanne and Lacey, brothers Robert and Tyler, nanny Lizzy, as well as nephews and nieces, his family-in-law and 'very wide large circle of friends' and 'all his pals from his football team at Quarryvale football club and work pals from Ted's scaffolding business.' In the condolences section people have left messages including one that reads: 'Such a lovely, genuine and gent of a man, I couldn't say enough nice things about Joey. 'God takes the best to join him, he took the best with Joey, thoughts and prayers are with his family, may you find strength during such a difficult time.' 'Sorry for your loss thinking of all of use at this sad time,' another adds. 'Absolutely heartbreaking news,' one mourner has written. 'My condolences, thoughts and prayers are with Joey's family, Emma and the kids. Such shocking and sad news.' Another offers: 'Deepest sympathy to all the family on the tragic loss of Joey. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad and difficult time.' On Tuesday, Christopher Kelly (41) appeared in Dublin District Court accused of killing Mr McEvoy (34) in the west of the city. He was remanded in custody for the directions of the DPP. Mr Kelly, with an address at Shancastle Park, Clondalkin is charged with murdering Mr McEvoy at nearby Shancastle Close in the early hours of July 7. Detective Sergeant Sean Cosgrove told Judge David McHugh he arrested the accused for the purpose of charging him at Ronanstown station at 3.07pm. At 3.58pm, Mr Kelly was 'charged with the murder of Joseph McEvoy' and made no reply after caution, Det Sgt Cosgrove said. The accused's barrister Sam Friel BL made no bail application on his behalf as this can only be granted at High Court level on a murder charge. He applied for free legal aid, "given the seriousness of the charge", and said the accused was 'not receiving any social welfare at the moment.' Judge McHugh asked Det Sgt Cosgrove what his view of this was and he replied that he had no objection. The judge granted legal aid and, after hearing there were no further applications, remanded the accused in custody, to appear in Cloverhill District Court on Friday. Mr Kelly was not required to address the court during the brief hearing and has not yet entered a plea to the charge. Investigating gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. They are also appealing to anyone with camera footage, including motorists with dashcam footage from the area between 5am and 6am on Monday, July 7, to contact them.
Irish Independent
07-07-2025
- Irish Independent
Gardaí investigate if fatal stabbing of man in Dublin is linked to local dispute
An investigation is underway after the 34-year-old victim died following the assault at a house in the Shancastle area of Dublin 22. Emergency services were alerted to the scene at around 5.50am and rushed the male to hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later. A suspect aged in his late 30s has been arrested as part of the investigation and remained in garda custody this afternoon. The Irish Independent has learned that gardaí are also investigating a number of incidents in the area prior to the fatal assault and are probing if they are all connected. This includes a suspected arson, criminal damage and a car being rammed, which are all alleged to have occurred locally in the hours before the assault. One source said: 'At this stage all these reported incidents appear to be connected and are linked to a local feud in the area. 'One line of inquiry is that the fatal assault was an escalation from what happened earlier in the night'. In a statement gardaí said they were alerted to an incident at a home in the Shancastle area at around 5.50am on Monday morning. The man was found unresponsive and brought to John Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown, where he was later pronounced dead. The scene is preserved while gardaí carry out an examination. ADVERTISEMENT The Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist have both been notified, with a postmortem set to be carried out. A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to lead the investigation and an incident room has been set up at Lucan garda station. A Family Liaison Officer will be assigned to support the family of the victim. The man who was arrested in connection with the investigation is detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act at a garda station in the Dublin area. Investigating gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. They are also appealing to anyone with camera footage, including motorists with dashcam footage from the area between 5am and 6am on Monday, July 7 to contact them. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lucan garda station on (01) 666 7300, the Garda confidential line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Irish Independent
07-07-2025
- Irish Independent
Gardaí arrest man after another man (30s) killed in assault at Dublin home
Gardaí were alerted to the incident at a home in the Shancastle area at around 5.50am on Monday morning. The man was found unresponsive and brought to John Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown, where he was later pronounced dead. The scene is preserved while gardaí carry out an examination. The Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist have both been notified, with a postmortem set to be carried out. A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to lead the investigation and an incident room has been set up at Lucan garda station. A Family Liaison Officer will be assigned to support the family of the victim. The man who was arrested in connection with the investigation is detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act at a garda station in the Dublin area. Investigating gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. They are also appealing to anyone with camera footage, including motorists with dashcam footage from the area between 5am and 6am on Monday, July 7 to contact them. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lucan garda station on (01) 666 7300, the Garda confidential line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Irish Examiner
07-07-2025
- Irish Examiner
Man arrested after man, 30s, dies following Dublin assault
A man has been arrested following an assault in Dublin in which a man aged in his 30s was found unresponsive. Gardaí said they were alerted to an assault at a residence in the Shancastle area of Dublin 22 at around 5.50am on Monday. A man, aged in his 30s, was found unresponsive. He was taken to John Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, where he was later pronounced dead. Gardaí said a man, also aged in his 30s, has been arrested in connection with the investigation. He is currently detained pursuant to Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984, at a Garda station in the Dublin area. The scene is currently preserved for gardaí to carry out a technical examination of the scene. The Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist have been informed, and an autopsy will take place in due course. A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed who will lead the investigation from an incident room at Lucan Garda Station. A Family Liaison Officer has also been assigned. Investigating gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. They are also appealing to anyone with camera footage, including motorists with dashcam footage from the area between 5am and 6am on Monday July 7 2025, to contact them. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lucan Garda Station on (01) 666 7300, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. "Investigations are ongoing," a garda spokesperson said. Read More Senior garda used official channel to import gun parts for private club
Sunday World
07-07-2025
- Sunday World
Man (30s) dies after assault in Dublin home, arrest made
The man was found unresponsive and brought to John Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown, where he was later pronounced dead A man in his 30s has been arrested after another man aged in his 30s died following an assault in the Shancastle area of Dublin 22. Gardaí were alerted to the incident at a residence in the Shancastle area at around 5.50am on Monday morning. The man was found unresponsive and brought to John Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown, where he was later pronounced dead. The scene is preserved while gardaí carry out an examination. The Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist have both been notified, with a postmortem set to be carried out. A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to lead the investigation and an incident room has been set up at Lucan garda station. A Family Liaison Officer will be assigned to support the family of the victim. The man who was arrested in connection with the investigation is detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act at a garda station in the Dublin area. Investigating Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. They are also appealing to anyone with camera footage, including motorists with dashcam footage from the area between 5am and 6am on Monday, July 7 to contact them. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lucan garda station on (01) 666 7300, the Garda confidential line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. Investigations are ongoing.
