Gardaí Recover Head of the Crusader – Archbishop of Dublin Welcomes its Return

A Garda image of the skull they recovered along with the head of the Crusader.

Gardaí from the Bridewell Garda Station in Dublin have today (Tuesday March 5) recovered the head of The Crusader and another skull that had been taken from the Crypt of St Michan’s Church over the weekend of February 23/25.

The items were recovered as a result of information that came into the possession of the investigating Gardaí.

News of the recovery has been welcomed by Archbishop Michael Jackson:

“We in the United Dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough are delighted that both the head of The Crusader and the skull which also was in the crypt of St Mican’s Church, Church Street, Dublin, have been recovered. They were left in a place where the Gardaí were able to make this recovery.

“As Archbishop of Dublin, I should like to thank the Gardaí and everyone else who has worked tirelessly to make this possible. The National Museum of Ireland are now acting in an advisory capacity.

“The emphasis will now be able to turn to consideration of future security and display of the remains in the crypt of St Michan’s. Renewed thanks go to all who have shown interest and concern for the mummies. They are a priceless part of the heritage of the city of Dublin and its citizens.”

An Garda Síochána has also thanked the public for their assistance in the investigation, which they say remains ongoing.