Special Michael Gaine documentary reveals suspect's hideout and features solicitor's exclusive interview

Our Shattered Lives Podcast special is available on the Irish Mirror's YouTube channel now

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Michael Marsh

14:35, 19 Nov 2025

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The Irish Mirror has released a special documentary exploring the death of Irish farmer Michael Gaine.

In the two-part special report available now on our YouTube channel, Crime Correspondent Paul Healy and Crime and Defence Editor Mick O'Toole travel to Kerry to investigate the baffling murder of Mr Gaine.

Mr Gaines dismembered remains were discovered in a tank on his land seven weeks after he vanished on March 20.

Paul and Mick attempt to speak with American man Michael Kelley, a suspect in the case, and also meet his solicitor, who insists he is innocent.

Along the way, they speak to locals and revisit the key events that unfolded in the days leading up to Mr Gaines disappearance.

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This investigation is part of our Shattered Lives true-crime series, exploring real cases that have deeply impacted communities across Ireland.

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WATCH PART TWO HERE

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