Brian Ó Domhnaill (Fianna Fail)

I wish to strongly condemn the killing of a 27 year old man in a church car park in Donegal late yesterday evening. The man's body was discovered at 7.30 p.m. I agree with the local priest, Father Brian McGoldrick, who stated that this was an appalling act. The gunning down of a person in that manner in a civilised society is nothing short of utter brutality. I support the Garda's request that anyone with information should present themselves at the incident room that has been established at Lifford Garda station. I call on the Leader to contact the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform to ensure every effort is made to bring about the required close co-operation between the Garda and PSNI to bring to justice the perpetrators of this crime.

This is the second such incident that has occurred in the Border area stretching from Lifford St. Johnstone back to Castlefin in the past number of weeks. It is now a worry for families and people living in that area. I appeal for cross-Border co-operation to take place. I ask the Leader to convey the request or perhaps we can discuss it in the Seanad. I have full confidence the Leader will convey the matter to the Minister to ensure the criminals are brought to justice.