It's sad and horrible how this poor man Tom Niland died - all so three thugs could get hold of €800; but it's lovely to read about his life.
A simple life but one lived with dignity and kindness.
His family and neighbours sound like great people too.
https://www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/2025/10/17/the-quiet-man-the-gentle-life-and-violent-death-of-sligo-farmer-tom-niland/
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The quiet man – the gentle life and violent death of Sligo farmer Tom Niland
Niland’s family cannot fathom the brutality of the assault during a robbery at his rural home that led to his death 20 months later
The Irish TimesThree criminals who beat pensioner to death had combined 106 previous convictions, court hears – The Journal
Three criminals who beat pensioner to death had combined 106 previous convictions, court hears The JournalTom Niland ‘unrecognisable’ after…
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