Murder probe gardaí insist no need for alarm

Gardaí investigating the murder of a 58-year-old man have assured locals in Killorglin, Co Kerry, there was no need for public alarm on personal safety.

The killing of separated father-of-two James Cahillane, described as an inoffensive man who lived alone in Ardraw, shocked the community.

Garda press officer Superintendent John Gilligan said people should not be afraid but should take normal security precautions for themselves and their homes.