Gardai probe 'suspicious' death of elderly woman, 89, in Tipperary
The woman's body was found yesterday in Nenagh
Gardai have launched an investigation following the discovery of an elderly woman's body in Co Tipperary yesterday.
The woman's remains were found in Nenagh at around 1pm yesterday at a house in St Joseph's Park near Tesco in the Tipperary town.
The investigation is in its early stages however sources said the discovery is being treated as suspicious. It's understood the woman was aged 89.
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The scene was sealed off and officers from the Garda Technical Bureau are carrying out a forensic examination.
A garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí in Nenagh are investigating all the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman, whose body was discovered at a residence at St Joseph's Park, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, on the afternoon of Sunday 4th August 2024.
"Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the incident shortly after midday. The woman, aged in her 80s, was pronounced deceased at the scene, and her body was removed to University Hospital Limerick.
"The scene was preserved for technical examination by the Garda National Technical Bureau, and the coroner was notified. A post-mortem examination was completed by the State Pathologist yesterday, Monday 5th August 2024. The results of the post-mortem examination are not being released for operational reasons.
"A senior investigating officer (SIO) has been appointed to lead the investigation, and an incident room has been established at Nenagh Garda Station. A Garda Family Liaison Officer (FLO) has been assigned to support the family of the deceased woman.
"Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward, particularly those who were in the St Joseph’s Park area of Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, between 8pm on Saturday 3rd August 2024, and mid-day on Sunday 4th August 2024.
"Additionally, individuals with video recordings, including motorists with dash cams, from the area within the timeframe are asked to provide footage to investigating Gardaí.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Nenagh Garda Station at 067 50450, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. Investigations are ongoing."
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