Gardai issue new appeal over murder of Andrew Allen

Garda have issued a fresh appeal for information on the murder of Andrew Allen, on the eve of the 11th anniversary of his death.

The 24-year-old was murdered by a group of individuals in his home at Links View Park, Buncrana,  on February 9, 2012.

He was shot in front of his partner at approximately 9.20pm and later pronounced dead at the scene.

The Derry native was shot three times in the bedroom of their home.

A car believed to be involved in the murder was located at Churchbrea, Fahan on fire which is three miles outside Buncrana shortly after the shooting.

Investigating Gardaí believe that a number of people were involved in the murder, destruction of evidence and subsequently sheltering the killers involved.

A Garda spokesperson said: “A number of people have been arrested and questioned in connection with the investigation to date, but Gardaí believe that there are still people in both Buncrana and Derry City who have information that may assist in bringing those responsible to justice.

“An Garda Síochána is appealing to anyone with information, however insignificant it may seem, to come forward.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact the incident room at Buncrana Garda Station on 074-93 20540, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.”

Six people have been arrested and questioned during the course of the investigation with up to 700 lines of enquiry followed over the past 10 years.

Two weeks after the killing, a group calling itself Republican Action Against Drugs, said they carried out the murder.