Shane O’Farrell
Shane O’Farrell was a 23-year-old cyclist who tragically lost his life in 2011 when he was struck by a vehicle driven by Zigimantas Gridziuska, a repeat offender who was out on bail at the time. His death raised significant public concern about road safety and the legal system's handling of offenders.
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Shane O’Farrell was mentioned in the context of a complaint regarding justice for victims of crime.
final debate wraps up a God-awful presidential election – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-22
Ms Humphreys apologised for her failure to support the family of Shane O’Farrell, a young man who died in her constituency.
Frontrunner Connolly stands over her record in final TV debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Shane O’Farrell was a 23-year-old law graduate who was killed in a cycling accident.
Heather Humphreys commits to meeting Shane O’Farrell’s mother – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-21
Shane O’Farrell was the son of Lucia O’Farrell, who died in a hit-and-run incident.
‘I was surprised to be asked about something my husband was doing before I met him’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-18
Shane O’Farrell was a hit-and-run victim whose case has highlighted failings in the criminal justice system.
five takeaways from the latest debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-15
Shane O’Farrell, the 23-year-old Monaghan man killed in a hit-and-run in 2011.
Confidence vote in Harris to be pushed through to avoid presidential race disruption – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Later in an interview with Katie Hannon on RTÉ, Ms Humphreys was asked about the death of Shane O’Farrell who was 23 when he was knocked off his bike in a hit-and-run incident in Co Monaghan in 2011.
Catherine Connolly confirms voting against European referendums – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Shane O’Farrell was killed by a hit-and-run driver while out on bail.
Catherine Connolly calls out ‘shocking’ Fine Gael tactics, but is unclear on EU position – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-13
Shane O’Farrell (23) was killed by a hit-and-run driver who should have been in jail at the time of the incident.
Jim Gavin criticises ‘misuse’ of Irish flag by extremes on left or right – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-28
Shane O’Farrell died in a hit-and-run incident in Co Monaghan in 2011.
Shane O’Farrell’s mother says family ‘terribly disappointed’ by Heather Humphreys stance – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-26Shane O'Farrell, director of workplace market at Irish Life Employer Solutions, emphasizes the importance of employer contributions to pensions.
Will part-time work or staying at home with children leave you poorer in old age? Here’s what to do now – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20
Shane O’Farrell died in 2011 after being struck by a car driven by a man who was free on bail.
Carlow gunman Evan Fitzgerald had bail conditions relaxed prior to trial date – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-04
Shane O’Farrell died on a Co Monaghan road, leading to a long campaign by his family for justice.
a careful balance required – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-29
Shane was killed by a hit-and-run driver when out training for a triathlon in August 2011.
A mother who refused to take no for an answerIreland· 2025-05-28
Shane O’Farrell was a law graduate who was killed in a hit-and-run incident.
Dáil hears claim that driver who killed Shane O’Farrell was a Garda ‘informer’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-27
Shane O’Farrell was a hit-and-run victim who died in 2011 after being knocked off his bicycle.
Dáil apology to be made to family of 2011 hit-and-run victim Shane O’Farrell – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-24
Shane O’Farrell was a cyclist who died after being knocked off his bicycle in Co Monaghan in 2011.
Mother of cyclist killed in 2011 presses Minister for public inquiry – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-21