Murder of Stephen Lynch - Brookview Close, Tallaght 13.04.17

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The Gardaí at Tallaght Station are investigating the murder of Stephen Lynch - Brookview Close, Tallaght, Dublin 24, Thursday 13 April 2017.

Stephen got a lift from a friend to Brookview Close, where he got out of his friend’s vehicle. He then walked up to a silver Ford Focus hatchback and engaged in a conversation with the three people sitting in the car, through the front passenger window. There was some shouting heard and then the Ford Focus drove over Stephen injuring him. Stephen died from his injuries at the scene.

The occupants of the Ford Focus, then abandoned it, and ran from the scene. The Focus was recovered by Gardaí and preserved for examination. One of the suspects ran down Brookview Close onto Brookview Park and towards Brookfield Road. This suspect was not seen after this.

The other two suspects turned left off Brookview Close and headed towards Brookview Avenue. They were then chased by some of the residents of Brookview Close. One of the residents tripped one of the suspects who fell and cut his hand. He managed to get up and continued running onto Brookview Avenue, where there was a dispute. This was believed to have been observed by a large number of people.

A number of persons, including those we believe to be the occupants of the silver Ford Focus then got into a 01D metallic red Volkswagen Polo hatchback. This vehicle then fled the scene and drove to Ben Madigan Road, Drimnagh, Crumlin, Dublin 12 where it was parked by a lone male and later recovered by Gardaí at approximately 9.30 pm on the same date.

This continues to be a live investigation, while some progress has been made, more evidence is required to bring closure to Stephen’s family and friends and bring the suspects to justice.

Descriptions of Suspects:

One of the suspects is described as a tanned male, approximately 5ft 8 inches, possibly black hair and wearing a green or navy rain jacket.
A second suspect is described as being very thin with a gaunt face, dark brown hair and wearing a red Bubble jacket.

Garda Appeal:

Were you in the Brookview Estate at the time of Stephen’s murder? Can you assist the investigation by providing that critical piece of information that will allow the investigation advance?
We are making a direct appeal to those involved or those who know the suspects?
It may be the case that with the passage of time or change in circumstances, people who felt they could not come forward previously may now feel more comfortable and better placed to do so.
Stephen Lynch was killed in broad daylight in the middle of a busy street. He was a father himself and had a loving family. There was a large amount of children playing in the area at the time who witnessed the incident. Gardaí believe that the answers we are looking for in relation to this investigation are in the local community.
Over 6 years have passed since this incident occurred. During that time people tend to reflect on themselves, allegiances change, people move out of the area and may now be in a position to come forward to assist with the investigation who previously may not have felt comfortable doing so. A large review into this investigation is being undertaken and all evidence is being re-examined. The cooperation of the community will likely prove to be the key that we need in order to get justice for Stephen Lynch and his family.