13/06/2014

Man Arrested For Second Time In 2012 Murder Investigation

Gardaí investigating the murder of man in Co Kerry in 2012 have arrested a 29-year-old man in Killorglin.

The body of 58-year-old James Cahillane was found by fiefighters at his home near Beaufort in April 2012.

Detectives initially thought that Mr Cahillane died in an accidental fire. However, a post-mortem revealed extensive head injuries that could could only have been inflicted in a beating.

Garda say that they have arrested a man this morning (Friday) for questioning in the case. It is understood that this is the second time this same man has been arrested in the investigation.

(MH/CD)

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