A woman in her 50s who was found dead at her home in Co Cavan following an assault has been named locally as Annie Heyneman.
A man in his 30s has been arrested after the body of Ms Heynemanin was discovered at the scene of a “serious incident” at the domestic residence in Co Cavan.
Gardaí have commenced a murder investigation.
The woman’s body was conveyed to Cavan General Hospital for post-mortem examination.
A man aged in his 60s was brought to Cavan General Hospital for treatment of serious injuries remains in a serious but stable condition.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone who travelled in the area of KIlnavart between half eight and half nine on…