14-year-old boy charged in connection with the assaults on the banks of the Burrin
THREE fishermen who were viciously assaulted recently on the banks of the River Burrin in Carlow town have received overwhelming support from the community.
Jackie Owens, along with brothers Jim and Michael Murphy, were set upon by a gang of youngsters and were viciously beaten while on their way to fish in the Burrin.
The three pals are well known in the town because of their presence on the river, where they spend hours every day fly-fishing, and Carlovians were deeply shocked when they heard of their dreadful ordeal.
Since the incident, the anglers have received get well wishes and support from all over Carlow town…..
Carlow Nationalist 10/07/2013 Read the article ‘Local community rallies round anglers who were savagely beaten’
