Hero Cop Shot by New IRA After Coaching Kids in Omagh Released from Hospital

Liam Cooper

Hero Cop Shot After Coaching Kids Released from Hospital

Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell, shot while loading footballs into his car after coaching youngsters in Omagh on February 22, is out of hospital and continuing his recovery.

New IRA Suspected in Attack

Police believe the ruthless dissident Republican group, the New IRA, was behind the brazen shooting.

15 Arrests Made in Ongoing Probe

So far, 15 people have been detained as officers hunt those responsible. Police vow to bring the attackers to justice.

Privacy Plea from Police Federation

The Police Federation for Northern Ireland welcomed DCI Caldwell’s release and urged the public to respect his privacy during recovery.

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Hero Cop Shot by New IRA After Coaching Kids in Omagh Released from Hospital

Hero Cop Shot After Coaching Kids Released from Hospital

New IRA Suspected in Attack

15 Arrests Made in Ongoing Probe

Privacy Plea from Police Federation

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