Investigation after body of woman, 20s, found in Offaly

Updated / Sunday, 15 Nov 2026 15:57

An investigation is under way into the death of a woman whose body was found in Co Offaly.

The woman, who was aged in her 20s, was found at an outbuilding on a property in Shinrone this morning.

Gardaí have said that the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

Her body has been taken from the scene to Tullamore Hospital where a post-mortem examination will take place.

Gardaí have said that they are investigating all the circumstances into the woman's death and the results of the post-mortem examination will determine the course of their investigation.

A senior investigating officer has been appointed as part of the investigation and the scene has been preserved for an examination.