Garda investigation launched after body of woman in her 80s discovered in Waterford
Gardaí were alerted to the discovery this afternoon
Gardaí in Waterford have launched an investigation following the discovery of a woman’s body this afternoon.
Shortly after 2pm, Gardaí were alerted to the discovery of the body of a woman at a residential property in the rural area of County Waterford at Ardsallagh near Youghal Bridge.
The woman is believed to have been in her 80s.
The woman was pronounced deceased at the scene, which is currently preserved for forensic examination.
A Senior Investigating Officer (SIO) has been appointed to lead the investigation and an incident room has been established at Dungarvan Garda Station.
A Garda Family Liaison Officer (FLO) has also been appointed to support the family.
The Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist have been notified and the services of the Garda Technical Bureau have also been requested to assist with the investigation.
A post-mortem examination will be arranged and the results will assist investigating Gardaí in determining the course of their inquiries.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses, in particular those who were in the Ardsallagh or Youghal Bridge areas in recent days.
Road users with camera footage, including dashcam recordings from the area, are also urged to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dungarvan Garda Station at 058 848600 or the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111.