Gardai at the scene of the fatal assault on the Dock Road I PICTURE: Adrian Butler
GARDAÍ have issued an update on their investigation into the fatal assault of a young woman in Limerick city following the completion of a post-mortem.
Officers are continuing to investigate all the circumstances surrounding the violent death of the female, aged in her 20s, which occurred at 1.30pm on Tuesday at a residential property on Dock Road in Limerick City.
"Earlier this afternoon, a post-mortem was completed by state pathologist, Dr Linda Mulligan. The results of which are not being disclosed for operational reasons.
"An incident room has been established at Henry Street garda station and a murder investigation has commenced under the direction of a senior investigating officer. A family liaison officer has been appointed and will keep the family informed of the investigation," said a garda spokesperson.
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