AN appeal for information into the murder of Dean Johnston in Clondalkin over four years ago was made by gardaí recently.
Dean Johnston was sitting in the back of a vehicle in the Moorefield estate in Clondalkin on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 when a gunman approached the car and fired a number of shots at him.
Dean was pronounced dead a short time later in Tallaght Hospital.
A murder investigation was launched by officers at Ronanstown/Lucan Garda Station and a fresh appeal for information was issued by Crimestoppers and gardaí recently.
They are appealing to anyone with information on the murder to come forward. Detective Inspector Richard McDonnell said they were anxious to speak to anyone who has information in relation to the murder of Dean Johnston.
“We believe that there are persons out there that have information that could be very beneficial to the case and could help us to secure a conviction,” he said. “Perhaps you were aware of suspicious activity in the run up to or on Wednesday, May 25, 2011. Even the smallest piece of information, which may seem insignificant, might help with the investigation.
“We are particularly interested in speaking to any residents of the Moorefield estate who saw something relevant.
“Gardaí in Lucan can be contacted on 6667300. If they prefer to give the information anonymously, they can call Crimestoppers on 1800250025.”
Crimestoppers Chairman Tim Dalton added: “Members of the public can call us with potentially valuable information about any crime without leaving their name or personal details.
“The ability to give information anonymously can be an important incentive and could help solve a case and secure a conviction.”
The Irish Crimestoppers Trust (www.crimestoppers.ie) was set up in 1998 to provide a confidential means for every citizen to report crime, without fear of recrimination, by calling a free phone confidential number (1800250025).
Calls to Crimestoppers are anonymous. Callers do not need to leave their name or address. There may also be a reward for information that significantly helps an investigation.