Killers’ statement ‘cynical and opportunistic’

AN IRA gang’s apology for the killing of a Detective Garda in a botched robbery was an opportunistic move, it was claimed yesterday.

The Garda Representative Association said it was highly cynical for the killers of Det Garda Jerry McCabe to ask the people of Ireland to believe that his death was a dreadful accident.

Limerick GRA chairman Kevin McCarthy said it was no surprise to many GRA members that the gang were seeking early release.