Investigation underway following discovery of woman's body in Meath

An investigation is currently underway following the discovery of a woman's body in Meath on Tuesday evening.

Gardaí were alerted to the scene after 5.30pm where a woman was found unresponsive. She was pronounced dead shortly after.

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A statement from the Gardaí said,

"Gardaí in Meath are investigating all the circumstances following the discovery of a body yesterday evening, Tuesday 28th October 2025.

"Shortly after 5:30pm, emergency services were alerted to a female found unresponsive at a residence in Kilmessan, Co. Meath.

"She was subsequently pronounced deceased and the scene was preserved for technical examination.

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"The Coroner has been notified and the Garda Technical Bureau and Office of the State Pathologist have been requested to assist in the investigation.

"A post-mortem examination is due to take place, the results of which will determine the course of the investigation.

"No additional information is available at this time."