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Case No. 6279Unexplained death (under investigation) · Co. Monaghan · 17 Mar 2024

Garda investigation launched after woman's body found in Ulster Canal, Monaghan town

The body of a woman in her 20s was recovered from the Ulster Canal in Monaghan town on Sunday morning. Gardaí have launched an investigation, and a post-mortem examination has been arranged.

  1. Reported18 Mar
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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  • whereThe woman's body was recovered from the Ulster Canal in Monaghan town. (irishmirror.ie)
  • whenThe body was recovered at around 8.30am on a Sunday. (irishmirror.ie)
  • investigationAn investigation has been launched after the woman's body was discovered in Co Monaghan. (irishmirror.ie)
  • investigationA post-mortem examination has been arranged, and its results will determine the course of the garda investigation. (irishmirror.ie)
  • investigationA garda spokesman said no further information is available at this time. (irishmirror.ie)
  • otherThe body was removed to the mortuary at Our Lady's Hospital in Navan, Co Meath. (irishmirror.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 18 Mar2024
    Reportedirishmirror.ie, first report
    Garda investigation launched as woman's body found in Monaghan canal

    Initial report of the body's recovery from the Ulster Canal; no cause of death, identity or suspect is given.

    victim, 20s, female