Woman found dead in Dundalk named locally
Gardaí in Dundalk are investigating what they have termed "a fatal assault" and have opened a murder investigation.
The woman found dead in a residence on Bridge Street on Wednesday evening has been named locally as Catherine Henry.
Gardaí in Dundalk are investigating what they have termed "a fatal assault" and have opened a murder investigation.
The post mortem has been completed but gardai say the details are not being released for operational reasons.
The scene remains preserved and the technical examination is ongoing. A Family Liaison Officer has been appointed.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and are particularly appealing to any persons who were in the vicinity of Bridge Street, Dundalk on the afternoon/evening of Wednesday 24th May, 2023.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dundalk Garda Station 042 938 8400, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
Investigations ongoing.