This book by journalist Barry Duggan explains, among other things, how this vibrant, modern, sporting city become home to a ruthless criminal underworld
Category: History, True Crime
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Limerick city centre erupts with pride and glory as Munster seizes the Heineken Cup.
The strife-ridden suburb of Moyross echoes with the screams of burning children.
How did this vibrant, modern, sporting city become home to a ruthless criminal underworld?
Barry Duggan reveals exclusive information on topics such as the rise of the gangs, the escalation of violence, the innocent victims and the Garda attempts to regain control of the city.
As Mid-Western correspondent with Independent Newspapers, he is well placed to witness and chronicle a decade of Limerick’s troubles.
'insightful'
'a probing insight into Limerick gang culture'
'compelling'
'the stories of lost lives and broken communities are captured brilliantly in Mr. Duggan’s book'
'a detailed insight into the deadly world of gangland in Limerick'
'Duggan puts all the pieces of an often confusing jigsaw together with considerable skill'
