Murder Investigation of Steven O’Meara, Co. Wicklow

The Gardaí at Wicklow Town are investigating all the circumstances surrounding the death of 26 year-old Steven O’Meara. On August 6th 2009, at approximately 6 pm, Steven left his home at Rose Hill, Wicklow Town, and walked down through different walkways along the back of the town to Marlton Road, where he was collected by a silver Nissan Pulsar car and driven through Redcross to Ballydonnell Wood.

At the woods, Gardaí believe there was a group of male suspects present. Steven was then fatally injured, shot and buried in a shallow grave at the woods. On August 8th 2009, Steven was reported missing to Gardaí by his partner. Gardaí began a missing person investigation, later upgraded to murder, culminating in two individuals being convicted for offences relating to the murder of Steven. The continuing investigation is now focusing on the remainder of the suspects believed to be involved in Steven’s death.

Crimecall interviewed Steven’s parents John and Veronica who appealed for the public to assist with the Garda investigation into Steven’s death and to help them find closure.

Suspect Vehicle:

• Nissan Pulsar – Silver with a front right wing painted green – Registration number: 95-D-49899. This vehicle has been seized by Gardaí.

Garda Appeal:

• Gardaí would like to acknowledge the pain and suffering that Steven’s murder has caused to both family and friends. The countless life events that Steven has missed, seeing his children grow up and the many milestones they have achieved. They would like to thank Steven’s parents, John and Veronica for the strength that they have shown.
• While Gardaí acknowledge that two individuals have been convicted of offences relating to the murder of Steven O’Meara, it is their belief that others were involved and they are seeking information from the public to assist in bringing these people to justice.
• Do you have information surrounding the Silver Nissan Pulsar car, which had a distinctive green wing on the driver’s side? While Gardaí appreciate and understand the practicalities of recalling information from 14 years ago, this appeal is to the people who had knowledge of this vehicle at the time of this offence, its storage, its movements and persons who had access to this vehicle.
• An Garda Síochána believe there are people who have information that is key to progressing this investigation. Given the passage of time, they ask that these people examine their conscience and come forward to give Steven’s family and friends the closure they deserve.
• Did you meet or speak to Stephen in the days leading up to his murder? Gardaí would like to hear from you and can assure you that you will be treated with compassion and sensitivity.