A court heard today that the lifeless body of an elderly Limerick man covered in scratches was found by gardaí with what was believed to be the murder weapon lying nearby.

EVEN in a week when the news was dominated by the findings of the Moriarty Tribunal and the battle to save the corporation tax rate, community violence in Limerick still featured in the headlines.

GARDAÍ in Limerick yesterday made a major breakthrough in the murder investigation into the brutal death of retired soldier, Jimmy Boyce.

GARDAÍ hunting for the killer of retired Limerick soldier, Jimmy Boyce, said numerous statements have been taken and house to house inquiries are continuing.

GARDAÍ hunting for the killer of retired army hero, Jimmy Boyce, who was found brutally beaten to death at his home in Limerick on Monday, have identified a main suspect.