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Sixth person charged in Thomas Dooley murder case

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A sixth person has been charged in relation to the murder of a Killarney man in Tralee in October 2022.

Thomas Dooley from Hazelwood Drive in an attack at Rath Graveyard in Tralee when attending a family funeral.
His wife Siobhan was also seriously injured in the same attack.
Several people have been arrested and this week’s latest development brings the total charged in relation to the murder to six people.
As part of the ongoing investigation into the fatal assault in Rathass Cemetery, Tralee, Co. Kerry on the 5th October 2022, Gardaí on Thursday, 18th April 2024, arrested a man aged in his 40s,” said a Garda statement.

“He is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a Garda Station in Co. Kerry. He has been charged and will appear before a special sitting of Listowel District Court this morning, at 10:30am, Thursday 18th April 2024.

“This is the sixth person to be charged in connection with this fatal assault.”

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Kerry Mountain Rescue issues warm weather warning

Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) has issued a warm weather warning for anyone climbing in the region after being called to assist a walker on Sunday. The rescue team was […]

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Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) has issued a warm weather warning for anyone climbing in the region after being called to assist a walker on Sunday.

The rescue team was tasked to the Devil’s Ladder area of Carrauntoohil (Corrán Tuathail) to help a climber experiencing severe exhaustion and dehydration. Volunteers successfully assisted the walker down to an awaiting vehicle.
With the current heatwave continuing, KMRT is reminding all hillwalkers to prepare adequately before setting out.
The team recommends carrying at least one extra litre of water, wearing sunscreen, and using a peaked or wide-brimmed hat. Walkers should set out early in the morning to ensure they are off the mountains before the peak heat builds in the middle of the day.
KMRT also advises walkers to consider changing their plans to less strenuous routes or rescheduling their climbs entirely until temperatures drop.

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Climate Action Group’s summer biosphere walk

The Fossa Climate Action Group will host its annual Summer Guided Walk in the Kerry Biosphere Reserve on Saturday July 18. The event is scheduled to begin at 10:30am and […]

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The Fossa Climate Action Group will host its annual Summer Guided Walk in the Kerry Biosphere Reserve on Saturday July 18.

The event is scheduled to begin at 10:30am and will be led by staff from the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS).
Diarmaid Griffin of the Fossa Climate Action Group said that the recent sunny weather has energised the local environment, making it an ideal time to observe local wildlife in abundance.
“In Killarney, we are fortunate to live within an UNESCO Biosphere, which is a specially designated area of natural and cultural heritage with worldwide renown,” Griffin said.
He added that there are only 784 Biospheres globally, with just two located in Ireland.
Following a review in 2017, the Kerry Biosphere Reserve was expanded beyond Killarney National Park. It now extends west to Lough Acoose to include the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, north to Fossa and Kilcummin, and east to the Paps mountains.
Griffin encouraged the public to participate to experience the health benefits of spending time outdoors. “Study after study proves that connection with nature boosts your immunity, reduces stress and anxiety, and improves sleep,” he said.
The event is free to attend, but booking is required. Members of the public can make enquiries or book a place by calling or texting Paul O’Raw on 0872317204.

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