Linehan, John Edward

Name: Linehan, John Edward 

Rank:Garda

Reg No:24015L

Station:Dundrum, Dublin

Years of Service:8

Background:
John (Sean) Linehan, born on 24th March, 1963, came from Montenotte Park, Cork City. He joined An Garda Síochána on 30th May, 1984, having previously worked as an office clerk. On completion of training he was allocated to Dundrum Garda Station on 2nd November, 1984. Garda Linehan was married. He had no children. He was involved in outdoor games but his main interest was playing his guitar.

Circumstances:

On 9th June, 1992, Garda Linehan was undergoing an official motor-cycle training course.  At Concon, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, Garda Linehan’s motor-cyclist was involved in a collision. He was removed to the General Hospital, Tullamore, where he died as a result of his injuries.