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Daniel Kinahan to Return to Ireland in 'Weeks' as Extradition Appeal Fails
Prison and security preparations are under way as authorities expect him to be remanded in Portlaoise and charged with directing a criminal organisation.
- On Thursday, Daniel Kinahan failed in his final extradition appeal in Dubai, clearing the way for his return to Ireland to face trial on organized crime charges.
- Arrested in Dubai this past April, Kinahan is wanted in Ireland to face charges of directing a criminal gang following an intensive investigation by An Garda Síochána.
- Irish authorities are coordinating a major security operation for his return, utilizing an Air Corps Casa 295 that will land at Casement Aerodrome, mirroring the extradition of Sean McGovern, who was jailed for 24 years.
- Upon arrival, Kinahan will likely be held at the state's maximum-security facility in Portlaoise before facing trial at the non-jury Special Criminal Court next year.
- This extradition follows sustained pressure by Irish and United States authorities to dismantle the Kinahan cartel, which emerged after a violent feud claiming about 20 lives and drew a $15 million U.S. reward for his arrest.
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Daniel Kinahan is expected to be extradited from Dubai to Ireland in the coming weeks after losing his final appeal - with reports suggesting Portlaoise Prison has been upgraded with a new gym, library and a bomb-proof van to prepare for his anticipated arrival
·Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Prison bosses are preparing for the expected extradition of Daniel Kinahan from Dubai to Ireland, with Portlaoise Prison upgraded with a private gym and library
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