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Suspected Offaly hit squad named and denied bail

The men are believed to be part of a hit team from South America, hired to kill a person.

Suspected Offaly hit squad named and denied bail — The four men from South America were arrested on Wednesday morning in Clara in Co. Offaly.

Fri, 29 May, 2020 - 15:37

Digital Desk staff

Update

Four men charged with possession of firearms and ammunition in Clara Co. Offaly on Wednesday have been refused bail.

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