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Violent thug’s close links to one of the alleged leaders of ‘Family’ gang
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A criminal jailed for his role in the abduction and torture of a man has been directly linked to the crime organisation known as 'The Family'.
An affidavit presented to the High Court by the Criminal Assets Bureau details the extensive connections between Jamie Geoghegan and Michael Grendon, whose brother Brian is before the courts accused of directing a criminal organisation.
Nicola speaks with Eamon Dillon.
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