Kathleen Carey, a mother in her 30s, died at Beaumont Hospital on Wednesday following a fall from a balcony in Belmayne, Dublin 13, rte.ie reported.
Garda Investigation and Arrest Details
While initial emergency calls stated that the woman had jumped, authorities are exploring all possibilities as the case proceeds. An Garda Síochána confirmed that a post-mortem examination has been carried out, though the final results will dictate the direction of the ongoing inquiry.
A man in his 20s was arrested in connection with the incident on Tuesday. He was released without charge the following day, and a file has been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions, rte.ie reported. Gardaí continue to appeal for witnesses, specifically asking anyone in the vicinity of Main Street, Belmayne between 3:00 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. on Monday to come forward with video footage or dash-cam recordings. Coolock Garda Station can be reached at (01) 666-4200, alongside the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111.
Family launches fundraiser for Kathleen Carey
The tragedy compounds a profound loss for the family, who buried Kathleen Carey’s sister, Natasha, just weeks prior in early September, The Irish Times reported. The two sisters were predeceased by three other siblings, Georgina, William John, and Aaron, and are survived by their parents, John and Marie, alongside sisters Nikita and Jeni. Kathleen Carey leaves behind a young daughter of national school age.
A niece of the deceased, Jasmine Carey, launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover funeral expenses and support the victim’s daughter, the Irish Examiner reported. The fundraiser highlights the family’s financial strain following consecutive bereavements. The online appeal describes Kathleen Carey as a kind, funny, and vibrant person who will be deeply missed by her relatives and community.
What caused Kathleen Carey's death?
What caused Kathleen Carey’s death?
Kathleen Carey died from injuries sustained after falling from a balcony during an alleged assault in Belmayne, Dublin 13, on Monday afternoon, rte.ie reported. Investigators are working to determine if she fell while trying to escape or was pushed.
Has anyone been charged in connection with the incident?
A man in his 20s was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the investigation and subsequently released without charge on Wednesday, with a file forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions, according to rte.ie.
How can the public assist the Garda investigation?
Gardaí have asked anyone with dash-cam or video footage from Main Street, Belmayne, on Monday between 3:00 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. to contact Coolock Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line, The Irish Times reported.
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