A family and community coming to terms with the killing of Detective Garda Colm Harkan just three years ago has been plunged into further grief by the sudden death of the officer’s brother Aidan, reports The Mirror.
Aidan, who was in his 50s, has been employed in various roles in the Charlestown area of Co. Mayo since returning from the United States, where he worked for a time.
Earlier this year, Aidan and other family members, including his father Marty, watched with pride as Minister of State for Sports and Gaeltacht Jack Chambers officially opened the Colm Horkan Memorial Pitch and Walk to be known as Charlestown Sarsfields GAA.
Detective Garda Harcan suffered a fatal gunshot wound while on duty in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon in June 2020. The man has since been convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison, reports The Mirror.
Aidan Harkan’s death has sparked a new wave of grief in his city and beyond.
Burial will take place tomorrow (Monday) from 17:00 at the funeral home run by the Aidan Harkan family. Jacob until 7:30 pm, before proceeding to the local church.
He will be buried Tuesday at Charlestown Cemetery, reports The Mirror.
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