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Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Michael Gaine murder suspect speaks in chilling new documentary
The murder of Kerry farmer Michael Gaine is set to be further explored in a new documentary airing tonight. Irish Mirror reporter Paul Healy spoke to Virgin Media as part of the new documentary looking into the garda investigation so far of the murdered farmer on his land in Kenmare. The Murder of Michael Gaine' also features interviews with locals and explores the shocking discovery of the missing man's remains in a slurry tank - seven weeks after it had originally been searched. The episode looks at this paper's exclusive interviews with self-admitted murder suspect Michael Kelley - and also features pictures taken by our photographer Mick O'Neill. Audio is also played of our doorstep interview with the US native on the streets of Tralee - where he admitted that he was arrested and was being treated as a suspect in the high profile case. Mr Healy is asked about his encounter with the suspect, who was also approached for comment as part of the documentary. In our interviews, Mr Kelley, who admits he is an 'illegal immigrant' in this country, said Michael Gaine took him in and allowed him to live on his farm for the past three years. He denied any involvement in the murder of Mr Gaine - and asserted that he was being framed. He told us that he last saw Mr Gaine on the morning of March 20th - the day he disappeared - and claimed the farmer told him he was off to meet someone about a tractor. He spoke of his interview with gardai in which he alleged he was shown 'glossy' photos of a chainsaw that officers suspect was used to dismember the remains of Mr Gaine. Mr Kelley, who said he had an 'OK' relationship with Mr Gaine rubbished the theory that the chainsaw was used telling us: 'The chainsaw thing is preposterous or they would have charged me. I mean Texas Chainsaw Massacre bullshit? I mean please. Preposterous.' In subsequent exclusive interviews with this paper, explored in the documentary, Mr Kelley opened up about his career as a 'meat cutter' in the United States - and stated that his experience wasn't relevant - because whoever dismembered the Kerry farmer didn't need his skill. 'I don't think that what has been depicted as having happened to (Mr Gaine) was as a result of skills. I wouldn't put that in the ballpark of skills,' he told us. 'Any criminal can do mayhem. I have no idea. I haven't seen what the police presented in a public forum but according to their accounts they said he was cut into small pieces. That doesn't imply skill,' he said. The documentary also explores the heartbreaking funeral of Michael Gaine - and the many tributes to the beloved rally car enthusiast. 'The Murder of Michael Gaine' part 1 and 2 air at 8:30pm tonight on Virgin Media One.
Indian Express
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Love gripping mysteries? Here are 5 mystery novels for a true thriller fan
A locked room, a crowd, or an uncanny moor, the detectives are trapped in a series of unkempt, gruesome murder mysteries, and so are you. To keep you hooked till the very end, here are five mystery novels if murder mysteries excite and thrill you. (Photo: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd- Agatha Christie (1926) 'Life is only one of great illusions!' The great detective Hercule Poirot features for the third time in the crime series of Agatha Christie. Published in 1926, the novel has an innovative twist at the end, keeping the readers glued as mysteries unfold one after the other. One of the most controversial novels written by Christie, the British Crime Writers' Association nominated the novel as 'the best crime novel' in 2013. (Photo: 2. The Hound of the Baskervilles- Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1902) Trapped once again in a crime scene, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are here to take you on a thriller ride. But this time it is not a mere crime scene, but an uncanny horror. Burdened by the curse passed down in the family, Holmes and Watson are invited to Devonshire Moorlands to unfold the mystery behind the death of Sir Charles Baskervilles. With the fascinating combination of gothic horror and deduction skills, this book is a must-read for detective fans. (Photo: 3. Whose Body- Dorothy L. Sayers (1923) A corpse, a bathtube, and a missing financier, Dorothy L. Sayers introduces Lord Peter Wimsey at an unsettling crime scene. With his witty character and sharp deduction skills, Wimsey, a rich, charming man who solves crimes 'just for fun', is stuck with a surreal murder. This eccentric investigation may be a century old, but it is a classic in the era of detective fiction. (Photo: 4. The Blue Cross- G.K. Chesterton (1910) A notorious criminal and a round-faced, humble Father Brown make their debut in G.K. Chesterton's The Blue Cross. A cat-and-mouse chase between an international thief, Flambeau, and an old priest, Father Brown, a detective, who, unlike others, not just wants to catch the criminal but also to understand them. This classic mystery novel is a blend of wit, sin, deception, misdirection, and a sense of morality. (Photo: 5. The Man in the Queue- Josephine Tey (1929) Published in 1929, this revolutionized genre introduces Inspector Alan Grant in the golden age of mystery. Grant combines empathy and logic while infolding the mystery, emphasizing justice over the procedure. A crowd, a theatre queue, and a man stabbed to death in the dark theatre, this locked-room murder mystery, this detective fiction pulls in the reader to not just follow but also think! (The writer is an intern with The Indian Express.)
The Sun
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders fans gobsmacked as they spot sister of very famous star appearing as an extra – did you see her?
EASTENDERS fans were left absolutely gobsmacked as they spotted the sister of a very famous star appearing as an extra. On the BBC One soap, Harry (Elijah Holloway) was trying to teach Kojo (Dayo Koleosho) the art of the chat-up. 7 7 The pair were getting ready to celebrate Nicola's (Laura Doddington) birthday when they spotted a group of ladies by the bar. Later on, Harry approached one of them, only to be confronted by a previous one night stand whom he ghosted. Although he failed massively, fans of EastEnders couldn't help but notice something else entirely amongst the group. One of the ladies was the sister of Lacey Turner, 37, who has starred in the show as Stacey Slater since 2004. Lacey confirmed she had given birth to her third child with partner Matt Kay in January of this year. Her sister Lily Ruby Turner is a 22-year-old actress who also dabbles in singing, according to her YouTube profile. She boasts over 17,000 followers on her TikTok account, where she regularly uploads videos which showcase her talent. Fans could not help but notice her prominent positioning as they claimed that this was not her first time on the soap. She previously played a young Shenice Quinn, daughter of Martina Quinn (Tamara Wall) who was looked after by Kat (Jessie Wallace) and Alfie (Shane Richie). One fan gushed: "She was in it years ago as a little girl kat and Alfie cared for." EastEnders fans spot clue tearaway teen is returning after 25 years after hint A second stated: "I KNEW SHE LOOKED FAMILIAR." While a third enquired: "She played Sheniece didn't she?" Other enthusiastic viewers could also not get over the striking resemblance between her and her super famous sister. Someone else exclaimed: "She looks like 2010 stacey omg And a fifth added: "Omg she's Lacey reincarnated." Stacey Slater's biggest EastEnders storylines Stacey Slater, played by Lacey Turner, is one of the most iconic characters on EastEnders. Since her introduction in 2004, Stacey has been at the center of some of the soap's most memorable and gripping storylines. Here's a rundown of a few. Mental Health Struggles and Bipolar Diagnosis (2009) Stacey's battle with bipolar disorder was one of the soap's groundbreaking storylines. Her erratic behavior, mood swings, and hallucinations led to her eventual diagnosis, highlighting the challenges of living with mental illness. Stacey and Max Branning's Affair (2007) One of the most explosive storylines in the soap's history involved Stacey's affair with her father-in-law, Max Branning. Stacey was married to Max's son Bradley at the time, and their affair was exposed in dramatic fashion on Christmas Day when a recording of their tryst was played to the entire family. The Murder of Archie Mitchell (2009) After a widespread hunt for Archie's killer EastEnders fans eventually discovered Stacey was responsible for his death. She murdered him on Christmas day after he raped her. When she confessed her crime to Max Branning, the couple got closer. Postpartum Psychosis (2016) After the birth of her son Arthur, Stacey suffered from postpartum psychosis. She struggled with delusions and became paranoid, believing that the devil was trying to harm her child. Her breakdown was a pivotal moment that brought her close to her family and helped educate the public about this serious mental health condition. Stacey's Imprisonment (2021) Stacey faced imprisonment after being falsely accused of attacking her one time best friend, Ruby Allen. This plotline saw Stacey having to leave her family behind while she served time. Lily's Pregnancy and Becoming a Grandmother (2023) A recent major storyline saw Stacey grappling with the shock of her 12-year-old daughter Lily becoming pregnant. This brought new challenges and responsibilities for Stacey as she tried to face becoming a grandmother while still dealing with her own struggles. 7 7 7 7
