Prayers are being said at Masses across Ireland today for murdered police officer Adrian Donohoe.

A Garda officer shot dead during a robbery in Co Louth was part of a dedicated police family – his widow, two brothers and extended family are also members of the Gardaí.

Garda detective Adrian Donohoe, who was shot dead during a credit-union robbery last night, was dedicated, diligent and hugely popular, senior officers said today.