GARDAI have issued a renewed appeal for information into the brutal murder of Robert Sheehan six years ago.

The 21-year-old was fatally shot a number of times in the carpark of the Bunratty Castle Hotel in Co Clare.

The incident happened on Sunday, September 2, 2012 at approximately 3.40am and gardai are now teaming up with Crimestoppers in a bid to gather more information around his horrific death.

Calls to Crimestoppers are completely anonymous and callers can also claim a reward for information which significantly helps the investigation.

Speaking today, Detective Sergeant Kevin O’Hagan of Shannon Garda Station said: “It is now over six years since Robert’s murder. We are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

“Do you have knowledge of the events leading up to the shooting or following the shooting?

Gardai are teaming up with Crimestoppers to find out more about 21-year-old Robert Sheehan’s death

“You might have information that you may previously have felt you could not come forward with but now with the passage of time, you may believe that now the time is right to share that information.

“Even the smallest piece of information, which may seem insignificant, could help close this case and bring justice to the family.”

Those with information can contact Crimestoppers on 1800 25 00 25. Crimestoppers Chairman John Murphy said anyone with information can pass it on anonymously.

He said: “Crimestoppers is here for the public to provide information anonymously that could help solve a crime.

“You do not need to provide any details about yourself. If you have information in relation to Robert Sheehan’s death I would urge you to contact the confidential Crimestoppers number.”

The incident will feature on tonight’s Crimecall programme on RTE One at 9.30pm.