Man Arrested In Connection With Lifford Attempted Murder Released As Prosecution File Prepared

A man arrested over the attempted murder of Charles Dooher in Lifford has been released without charge as a file is sent to the DPP.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 8, 2026, 5:56 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from RTÉ

Release Following Specialized Interrogation

An investigation into the attempted murder of a young man in Lifford has reached a new procedural phase following the release of a primary suspect. The individual, a male in his 50s, was detained for questioning regarding his alleged involvement in a violent assault that occurred earlier this year. Authorities confirmed on Wednesday that the man has been released from custody without a formal charge, though a detailed investigation file is currently being finalized for submission to the Director of Public Prosecutions.

The Daylight Assault On Charles Dooher

The victim, Charles Dooher, who is in his 20s, sustained life threatening injuries during a targeted attack at his residence on Monday, January 20. The incident took place shortly after 10 am, a time when both the victim and his father were present in the home. Witnesses and investigators describe a scene of significant violence, noting that the perpetrators moved with confidence during broad daylight to carry out the assault before fleeing the area.

Armed Intrusion By Masked Gang

According to investigators, the home invasion was carried out by a gang of masked men who gained entry to the Dooher property while armed with iron bars. The group utilized these weapons to inflict critical injuries on the younger Dooher, leaving him in a state that required immediate and specialized medical intervention. The brutal nature of the weaponry and the calculated approach of the masked assailants have remained central focuses for the Gardaí as they attempt to identify all members of the group.