Mullingar Pride vigil for Michael Snee and Aidan Moffitt

Mullingar Pride will host a vigil in remembrance of Michael Snee and Aidan Moffitt, at 6pm tomorrow, Friday April 15, at Mullingar Town Park.

Daniel Boyne, Mullingar Pride chairman, said: “Our vigil is in conjunction with other LGBT organisations around the country and our thoughts are with the grieving friends and families at this time.

“In light of what has happened within our community over the last few days, Mullingar Pride would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Michael Snee’s and Aidan Moffit’s families and friends.

“We would also like to send our best wishes to Evan Somers as he recovers from a vicious attack at the weekend.”

Daniel urged other LGBTQIA+ members across Ireland to contact the following helplines if they have been affected in any way by the recent incidents: National LGBT+ Helpline, 1800 929 539; Samaritans,- 116 123.