31/07/2012

Man Charged With Murder Of Shay O'Byrne

A 29 year old man has been charged for the murder of Seamus (Shay) O'Byrne on 13th March 2009.

Eugene Cullen was extradited from Holland and charged last night at Tallaght Garda Station.

He has been remanded in custody after appearing at Dublin Crown Court this morning.

Shay, 27, was shot dead in front of his partner and son at Tymon Park North in Tallaght.

(CD/GK)




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