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24 Feb 2026

Man in his 50s arrested in connection with murder of Kerry farmer Michael Gaine

56-year-old Michael Gaine was reported missing from his home near Kenmare last March

Man n his 50s arrested in connection with murder of Kerry farmer Michael Gaine

A man in his 50s has been arrested in connection with the murder of Kerry farmer Michael Gaine.

Gardaí at Killarney Garda Station are continuing to investigate the disappearance and homicide of 56-year-old Michael Gaine, who was reported missing from his home near Kenmare, county Kerry, on Friday, March 21, 2025.

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A man aged in his 50’s has been arrested in connection with the investigation this morning, Tuesday February 24, 2026.

He is currently detained for questioning under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at a Garda Station in Kerry Garda Division.

The investigation led by Serious Crime Unit Kerry Division has been and continues to be supported by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI).

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An Garda Síochána through family liaison officers continue to liaise with and support the family of Micheal Gaine.

Investigations are ongoing.

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