Irish fugitive and suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai
Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"Today's arrest follows my request to the UAE for extradition of this individual to face charges in Ireland."
— Jim O'Callaghan , Politician
"I would like to commend all involved in today’s development, which is the result of tireless work."
— Jim O'Callaghan , Politician
Key People
A two-time unified heavyweight champion from the UK.
Wife of Daniel Kinahan, involved in building a multimillion-dollar property portfolio in Dubai.
Founder of the Kinahan cartel and father of Daniel Kinahan.
Daniel Kinahan is a suspected crime boss involved in directing a criminal organisation.
He is the Irish Justice Minister.
Tyson Fury is a British professional boxer and heavyweight champion.
Tags
All Coverage
Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.
Daniel Kinahan, alleged leader of one of Ireland's largest criminal networks, was arrested in Dubai under an Irish court warrant for serious organized crime offenses.
Daniel Kinahan, an Irish citizen, was arrested in Dubai after Irish authorities issued an international arrest warrant. He is alleged to be a central figure in the Kinahan Cartel, which has been under U.S. sanctions since April 2022.
Daniel Kinahan, alleged leader of the Kinahan organized crime group, was arrested in the United Arab Emirates. Irish police confirmed the arrest, which was made under an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts in relation to alleged serious organized crime offenses.
Daniel Kinahan, alleged leader of the Kinahan organised crime group, has been arrested in the United Arab Emirates.
International drug kingpin Daniel Kinahan has been arrested in the United Arab Emirates, the government of Dubai announced today.
Dubai police arrested Irish fugitive Daniel Kinahan on April 15, following receipt of a judicial file from Irish authorities.
Daniel Kinahan, the alleged leader of one of Ireland's biggest criminal networks and a founder of boxing management company MTK Global, has been arrested in Dubai.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Flydubai attacker began a 'drift towards extremism and terrorism' in Australia, UAE says
The United Arab Emirates' attorney-general also alleges the co-pilot was trying to crash the plane into Tel Aviv's airport.
October 10, 2026 at 04:34 AMSuspect linked to Monaco bomb attack on millionaire breaks silence to BBC
Vitalii Zhykovych gives his own account of the attempted assassination of Ukrainian-born businessman Vadym Yermolayev.
October 8, 2026 at 11:11 PMICE agent shoots man in New York City
The mayor of New York expressed outrage at the shooting which the Department of Homeland Security said happened during the arrest of a "criminal illegal alien".
October 9, 2026 at 04:26 AMFour Ukrainians arrested in Vienna on suspicion of spying - Reuters
Four Ukrainians arrested in Vienna on suspicion of spying Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 02:34 PMEx-US spy who stashed gold bars in his home admits to $200m scam
David Rush, who also confessed to providing secrets to a foreign government, had revealed the existence of a "clandestine human source", prosecutors said.
October 6, 2026 at 07:53 PMQuestions remain over Ebola patient who travelled across three nations undetected
Fresh details reveal how the 40-year-old businessman flew and crossed regional borders while seriously ill.
October 10, 2026 at 12:00 AM