December 1st 2024.
Gerry Hutch, also known as "The Monk", has been making headlines as the alleged head of the Hutch crime family. Recently, he made a bold move by running for a seat in the Irish parliament, also known as the Dail. However, despite his efforts, he narrowly missed out on the position.
The notorious gangland figure caused quite a stir when he showed up at the Dublin count centre after the election results were announced. It was an unexpected appearance, but not a surprising one, considering the intensity of the ongoing feud between his organization and the Kinahan gang, which has claimed 18 lives so far. Gerry Hutch, also known as "The Monk" due to his calm demeanor, has been identified by the police and the Special Criminal Court as the leader of an international crime syndicate.
The 61-year-old earned his nickname in the 1990s after pulling off a daring bank heist worth €3.8million. However, he has always maintained his innocence in the matter. Recently, he made headlines again after being arrested in Spain as part of a global investigation into money laundering. Upon his return to Ireland, he announced his unexpected candidacy in the Dublin Central constituency, listing his profession as a "consultant".
In an interview with Channel 4 News, he revealed that he had made his fortune through property deals over the years, denying any involvement in illegal activities. His surprise appearance at the count centre caused chaos as the media swarmed around him, struggling to get a statement from the elusive gangster. He finally stopped at a vote counting station, which was not even in his constituency, causing further confusion and frenzy among the reporters.
When asked about his surprising number of votes, Gerry replied that people were looking for change and he would have been their voice if elected. He also expressed his disappointment at the current state of affairs and his desire to bring about positive change in the country. However, he also made it clear that he was not planning on running for office again, jokingly saying that he had been "running" all his life.
After spending about half an hour at the count centre, surrounded by heavy security, Gerry Hutch left the premises. Throughout his campaign, he had made bold promises, including more housing, better policing, and stricter immigration policies. He criticized the government for only increasing police presence during Christmas and not throughout the year. His strong stance on these issues resonated with many voters, but ultimately, he was unable to secure a seat in parliament.
Despite starting the day with a significant lead, Gerry's opponent, Marie Sherlock from the Labour Party, managed to overtake him in the final counts, securing the final seat in the Dublin Central area. When asked about her interaction with Gerry, she stated that he had wished her well. She also acknowledged the frustration among the communities that led to his high number of votes, but she was grateful for the support she received as well.
Last year, Gerry Hutch was acquitted of the murder of Kinahan gang member David Byrne, who was killed during a boxing weigh-in at Dublin's Regency Hotel in 2016. The court concluded that while he may have been in possession of the weapons used in the shooting, there was not enough evidence to prove his involvement in the murder. However, the court did acknowledge that the Hutch family was responsible for the crime. This incident sparked a deadly feud between the two gangs, leading to armed police on the streets and the murder of Gerry's brother, Eddie Hutch Sr, just three days later.
The feud between the Hutch and Kinahan gangs began in 2015 when Gerry's nephew, Gary, was killed in Marbella, Spain, by members of the Kinahan gang. Since then, it has escalated into a deadly and ongoing conflict, with Gerry Hutch at the center of it all. While he may have failed in his bid for a seat in parliament, he continues to make headlines and remain a prominent figure in the world of organized crime.
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