Crime World

Crime World

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This episode of Crime World examines the tragic deaths of Tomasina Tobin and her husband, Patrick, who were found dead in a luxury villa near Valencia, Spain. The investigation explores the possibility of suction entrapment within a jacuzzi, a phenomenon where a vacuum created by a clogged drain can forcefully hold a person underwater. The discussion covers the timeline of events leading to their discovery, the initial police investigations into potential foul play, and the personal backgrounds of the couple, including Tomasina's connections to the Monaghan community and her professional career in London.

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The injuries on the body and the examinations of the tub have basically led police over there to come up with this theory that there was a malfunction with the jacuzzi and that one or both of the couple were caused to sink down and be sucked down into the water.

00:06:17 · The speaker explains the leading theory regarding how the deaths occurred in the Spanish villa.

the drain gets clogged and as the water comes out it can create a vacuum at times and a person basically can be you know, forcefully stuck to it.

00:08:15 · A technical explanation of how suction entrapment functions in a pool or jacuzzi setting.

a standard eight-inch drain can... can develop 350 pounds of force, which could hold a person underwater in a tight grip until the suction is released.

00:09:40 · The speaker provides specific data on the immense physical force involved in such accidents.

She'd worked on some fairly high profile projects over there, including phase one of the Ritz.

00:11:21 · Details regarding Tomasina Tobin's professional achievements as a quantity surveyor in London.

if somebody dies in a tragedy abroad, the Kevin Bell Trust will kind of help them navigate it and help them get the bodies home or whatever other work they need to do.

00:14:57 · The speaker describes the essential services provided by the Kevin Bell Trust for families facing deaths in foreign countries.

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Final hours of Irish mum and partner revealed as Spanish police probe jacuzzi malfunction

This episode of Crime World examines the tragic deaths of Tomasina Tobin and her husband, Patrick, who were found dead in a luxury villa near Valencia, Spain. The investigation explores the possibility of suction entrapment within a jacuzzi, a phenomenon where a vacuum created by a clogged drain can forcefully hold a person underwater. The discussion covers the timeline of events leading to their discovery, the initial police investigations into potential foul play, and the personal backgrounds of the couple, including Tomasina's connections to the Monaghan community and her professional career in London.

04 Sep 2026
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Martin 'the Viper' Foley to lose home over €1m debt

This episode explores the life and legal troubles of veteran Irish gangster Martin 'the Viper' Foley, focusing on the imminent seizure of his home by the Criminal Assets Bureau due to unpaid taxes. The discussion details his long history of surviving numerous assassination attempts and his involvement in various high-profile criminal eras in Dublin. The episode also examines the aftermath of Foley's shooting and his transition into a controversial debt collection business. It covers the subsequent legal troubles regarding unpaid debts and the significant impact these financial proceedings have had on his wife, Sonia, including their potential homelessness and the seizure of assets by the Dublin Sheriff.

04 Sep 2026
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Two Irishmen convicted of killing drug dealer in Amsterdam win European court battle

This episode of Crime World examines a significant ruling by the European Court of Human Rights regarding the 2009 murder of Keith Ennis in Amsterdam. The court found that two Irish men, Kenneth Brunell and Barry McArdel, did not receive a fair trial because an appeals court failed to question a key witness, Philip County, in person during the proceedings. The discussion explores the gruesome details of the crime, including the dismemberment of the victim and the subsequent legal saga involving extradition, overturned convictions, and long-running legal battles spanning over sixteen years. The podcast investigates the complexities of the Dutch justice system, the role of witness testimony, and the potential for a future retrial.

03 Sep 2026
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How a career criminal known as 'The Vet' was finally caught with €11m of cocaine

This episode details the criminal history and recent conviction of Michael Murphy, known as 'The Vet,' who was sentenced to 13 years for importing €11 million worth of cocaine. The discussion covers his sophisticated smuggling methods using a haulage company, his connections to organized crime and dissident groups, and the intense surveillance operation that led to his arrest. The investigation further explores Murphy's role in managing criminal activities through mobile communications and his use of legitimate businesses to mask underworld operations. The episode also examines how organized crime groups utilize a conglomerate model for group purchases and describes how a key associate fled the country following a major drug seizure.

03 Sep 2026
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When will James English release the podcast with Daniel Kinahan?

This episode explores podcaster James English's upcoming release of 20 hours of interview footage with Daniel Kinahan, set against the backdrop of English's recent domestic abuse conviction in a Scottish court. The discussion examines the legal implications for English as a broadcaster and compares Kinahan's claims of innocence to historical patterns where organized crime figures use interviews when facing legal pressure. The speakers detail specific allegations presented during English's trial, including physical violence and abusive messages. They also analyze the inflammatory rhetoric used by English in his defense and the broader implications of high-profile figures using media to challenge government narratives.

02 Sep 2026