Unlawfully-at-large prisoner Shane Frane arrested in the Republic

Shane Frane, who is originally from Limerick, has absconded form the authorities in Northern Ireland

placeholder image — Shane Frane, who is originally from Limerick, has absconded form the authorities in Northern Ireland

Frane admitted the manslaughter of PC Philippa Reynolds following a fatal car crash in the Waterside area of Derry in February 2013

A Limerick man who went on the run last man, has been arrested.

Unlawfully-at-large prisoner Shane Frane was arrested in the Republic of Ireland on Thursday evening, February 1.

The 36-year-old was arrested on an extradition warrant sought by Police Service of Northern Ireland for being unlawfully at large from prison from 17th January.

Frane admitted the manslaughter of PC Philippa Reynolds following a fatal car crash in the Waterside area of Derry in February 2013.

He appeared before Dublin Extradition Court today, Friday 2nd February, where he has been remanded into custody pending extradition proceedings.

Sergeant Davey from the International Policing Unit said: “This case demonstrates the close working of the Police Service of Northern Ireland and the Public Prosecution Service to pursue fugitives from this jurisdiction. It also highlights our close working with An Garda Síochána Extradition Unit in tracking down wanted persons and bringing offenders to justice.

“Our message is clear to anyone who has left Northern Ireland to avoid the consequences of their actions. We will use all powers available to have you arrested and returned to Northern Ireland.”