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Renewed appeal over Daingean murder

Matt Farrell - Found dead in bar last year
Matt Farrell - Found dead in bar last year

Gardaí investigating the murder of Matt Farrell in Daingean, Co Offaly, have renewed their appeal for information, a year after the killing.

The body of the 64-year-old was found in his pub, The Gaelic Bar, on the morning of 1 April 2009.

A post mortem examination found Mr Farrell died as a result of head injuries.

A murder investigation has been ongoing for the last year and gardaí have made a number of arrests.

'Gardaí are appealing for any person who has any information to come forward and to consider the family of Matt Farrell, who are seeking closure in the case,' said Inspector Pat Murray of Tullamore Garda Station

Crimestoppers are offering a reward in connection with the case.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Tullamore Garda Station on 057 9327607.