Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Independent)
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120. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if she will have the case of the murder of Garda Richard Fallon on 3 April 1970 independently reviewed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41130/14]

Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael)
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The murder of Garda Richard Fallon was a terrible tragedy for his family and I want to, again, express my deepest sympathy to them. On top of that personal tragedy, his murder was also an event that can only be described as a heinous crime carried out by ruthless individuals with no respect for human life. In view of the fact that Garda Richard Fallon was carrying out his duties as a member of An Garda Síochána, his murder was also a direct attack on the institutions of this State.

The Serious Review Crime Team of An Garda Síochána is carrying out a review of this case. I am informed by the Garda Commissioner that recently the Serious Review Team advised a member of the family of Garda Fallon of the current status and the anticipated conclusion of the review in December 2014.

In the circumstances I think it would be best to await the outcome of the Garda review.