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Dramatic Turn of Events: Two Arrested in Connection with Fatal Creeslough Explosion

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Shocking news unfolds as two men in their 50s are arrested for their alleged involvement in the tragic Creeslough explosion that claimed ten lives, including that of a five-year-old girl.

In a dramatic turn of events, two men in their 50s have been arrested in connection with the devastating explosion that rocked Creeslough, Co Donegal. The explosion, which took place at a petrol station, resulted in the tragic loss of ten lives, including a young child. The investigation, led by local gardaí in the Donegal division with support from the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation, continues to unfold as details of the arrests emerge.

The arrested men are facing alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. Coordinated from Milford Garda station, the investigation is under the direction of a Garda Senior Investigating Officer. Both suspects, currently in their 50s, are being detained at separate Garda stations in County Donegal as the case progresses.

In October 2022, the tragic explosion occurred at an apartment block and a nearby Applegreen service station in Creeslough at 3:20 pm. The community was shocked by the incident, which claimed the lives of ten individuals. The arrests mark a significant development in the ongoing investigation, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.

The apprehension of the two men underscores the serious nature of the case, highlighting the dedication of law enforcement in seeking justice for the victims. As the investigation into the Creeslough explosion continues, the community remains vigilant, awaiting further updates and closure on this devastating incident.

In a poignant reminder of the impact of the tragedy, the arrests serve as a glimmer of hope for the affected families and the community as a whole. The diligence and commitment of the authorities involved in unraveling the details of the explosion provide reassurance to the public, emphasizing the pursuit of truth and accountability in the face of adversity.

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Two men arrested over fatal explosion in Creeslough (RTE.ie)

Two men in their 50s have been arrested in connection with the Garda investigation into the tragedy in which ten people died in Creeslough, Co Donegal.

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Creeslough: Two arrests over fatal County Donegal explosion (BBC News)

Ten people, including a five-year-old girl, were killed in the blast at a Creeslough petrol station.

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Creeslough: Two men (50s) arrested in relation to 2022 explosion ... (The Irish Times)

The investigation continues to be led by local gardaí in the Donegal division, supported by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI) and ...

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Two men arrested in connection with fatal Creeslough explosion (BreakingNews.ie)

The two men in their 50s, were arrested for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997.

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Gardaí arrest two men as part of investigation into Creeslough ... (Independent.ie)

The two men, aged in their 50s, were arrested by investigating gardaí for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. Both ...

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Two men arrested by Gardai investigating Creeslough explosion ... (Westmeath Independent)

It is co-ordinated from Milford Garda station, where an Incident Room is established under the direction of a Garda Senior Investigating Officer (SIO). The ...

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Two men, 50s, arrested in connection with fatal Creeslough explosion (Irish Examiner)

The explosion occurred at an apartment block and a nearby Applegreen service station in the Donegal town at at 3.20pm October 7, 2022. An investigation into the ...

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Gardaí arrest two men as part of investigation into Creeslough ... (Independent.ie)

Two men have been arrested as part of the investigation into the explosion in Creeslough, Co Donegal, that claimed the lives of 10 people in October 2022.

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Two arrested in connection with fatal Creeslough explosion (Shannonside)

The incident happened in October 2022 at a petrol station - killing 10 people. The men are both aged in their 50s and are being held at Garda stations in ...

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Two men arrested in relation to fatal explosion at Creeslough ... (thejournal.ie)

“Both men are currently detained under the provisions of section 4 Criminal Justice Act 1984 at separate Garda stations in County Donegal,” a spokesperson said.

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Two men arrested over Creeslough explosion (LMFM)

The pair - who are aged in their 50s - are being detained for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. They are being ...

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Two Arrested In Connection To Fatal Explosion At Creeslough (TodayFM)

Two men aged in their 50s have been taken into custody for alleged offences under the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act.

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Two men arrested in relation to Creeslough explosion released ... (Donegal Now)

The investigation led by gardaí in Donegal Division is ongoing with the intention of submitting a file to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutio...

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Creeslough: Two men arrested in relation to explosion released ... (The Irish Times)

The men were detained under the provisions of section 4 Criminal Justice Act 1984 at separate garda stations in Donegal.

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Two men released without charge over Creeslough explosion (RTE.ie)

Two men arrested in connection with the garda investigation into the explosion at a service station in Creeslough, Co Donegal have been released without charge. Ten people lost their lives in the tragedy at the service station and apartment building on ...

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Two men arrested in connection with Creeslough explosion ... (Kildare Nationalist)

The two men in their 50s were arrested for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997.

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Two men arrested over Creeslough explosion tragedy released (Limerick Leader)

Two men in their 50s who were arrested in connection with the fatal explosion at a service station in Co Donegal which claimed the lives of 10 people in ...

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Two men arrested in connection with Creeslough explosion ... (BreakingNews.ie)

The two men in their 50s were arrested for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997.

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Two tradesmen arrested over deadly Creeslough explosion ... (Independent.ie)

Two tradesmen have been released without charge after being arrested in relation to the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough, Co Donegal, ...

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Two men released without charge over Creeslough explosion (RTE.ie)

Two men arrested in connection with the garda investigation into the explosion at a service station in Creeslough, Co Donegal have been released without ...

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