BELFAST, Northern Ireland (AP) — A dissident republican hitman may have claimed his seventh victim with the murder of 26-year-old Kevin Conway in Belfast on Tuesday evening. Conway, who was on bail charged with the gangland killing of Shane Whitla, was shot multiple times in the west of the city just after 9:30pm.
Conway’s death adds to a string of violence attributed to a prolific republican assassin, raising fears of escalating gangland warfare in the area. His murder is thought to be part of a series of targeted attacks linked to ongoing criminal feuds.
The suspected involvement of a hitman has shocked the community, with authorities expressing concern about the impact of such violence on the local population. Residents of the area are calling for increased police presence and cooperation to prevent further bloodshed.
Conway’s killing is the latest in a string of violent incidents in Belfast, intensifying concerns about the safety of the city’s residents. The series of murders has put immense pressure on law enforcement agencies to crack down on criminal activities in the area and restore peace.
Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could help in their investigation, urging witnesses to come forward with any leads. They are working tirelessly to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure the safety of the community.