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Convicted killer faces extradition after second alleged prison escape in 3 years

Convicted killer faces extradition after second alleged prison escape in 3 years

Thu, 11 Sep, 2025

A search was launched for James Meehan (55) after he failed to return to Magilligan prison in Derry while being on day release in December 2024.

Convicted murderer asks for decision on extradition to Northern Ireland to be stayed

Convicted murderer asks for decision on extradition to Northern Ireland to be stayed

Wed, 22 Nov, 2023

James Meehan, with addresses in Derry City and Headfort Grove, Kells, Co Meath, was sentenced in 2009 to life imprisonment for the murder of Derry man Jim McFadden in May 2007.