A report on the dramatic developments in the search for kidnap victim John O'Grady. When a Garda patrol became suspicious of a container on a farm at Ballyedmond near Midleton, County Cork. As Garda reinforcements arrived they were surprised by the gang waiting in the ditches. Shots were fired and the gang and their victim evaded capture.
Report shows Deputy Garda Commissioner, Eamonn Doherty, arriving at Department of Justice to report to the Minister. He rejects reporter's question about claims that the Gardaí bungled the operation.
To camera Tom McCaughren.
Interview with Minister Gerry Collins who says he does not believe the case is undermining public confidence in the Gardaí.
Investigation room in Dún Laoghaire Garda Station.
Radio interview Doctor Austin Darragh, father-in-law of John O'Grady, on 'The Gay Byrne Show' reacting to recent criticisms against the Gardaí.
The reporter is Tom McCaughren.
