Kevin Conway murder: £20,000 reward for information announced

Kevin Conway was murdered in west Belfast on Tuesday

A reward of up to £20,000 has been announced by Crimestoppers for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those who murdered Kevin Conway in west Belfast.

Mr Conway was killed in Rossnareen Park in the Greenan area on Tuesday night.

The 26-year-old was on bail after being charged with involvement in the January 2023 murder of Shane Whitla in Lurgan.

Mr Conway was linked to an organised crime gang known as The Firm.

Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) Det Insp Gina Quinn said Mr Conway was brutally murdered in his own home and was shot multiple times.

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She added that his "barbaric murder has left behind a loving family, who are absolutely heartbroken".

"In recent years there have been a number of other horrific murders involving firearms within the west Belfast community, and police are aware that they are still very much at the forefront of people's minds," she added.

'Do the right thing'

"I would ask the public to remember that behind each name, there are families and loved ones whose worlds have been torn apart.

"We are committed to bringing those responsible for Kevin's murder to justice, and I am reiterating our appeal for anyone with information to search your conscience. 

"Please do the right thing and get in touch."

Ms Quinn said she believed "there are people out there who have information, but who may be too frightened to speak up". 

Forensic officers attended the scene at Rossnareen Park on Wednesday

"I want to offer assurance that information can be passed to Crimestoppers with 100% anonymity, and I hope that the reward of up to £20,000 will encourage people to come forward," she added.

A spokesperson for the independent charity Crimestoppers emphasised that any contact from the public would remain anonymous.

"The reward is only payable for information passed directly to Crimestoppers and not to the police," they added.

"Please ask for a reward code when speaking to our Contact Centre or when completing an anonymous online form via our website."