A MAN in his 30s is due in court this morning charged in connection with the alleged ‘fatal assault’ of a woman, 82, in Cork.
The woman died following an incident in her home in Carrigaline, Co Cork on Sunday February 23.
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The man, who was arrested earlier this week, has been charged and is due before Cork District Court at 10.30am this morning.
Gardai have confirmed investigations into the incident are ongoing.
A Garda spokesperson said: “The man, aged in his 30s arrested in relation to the death of a woman in her 80s following an incident at a residential property in Carrigaline, Co. Cork on Sunday 23rd February, 2025 has been charged.
“He is due to appear before Cork District Court, court number 1, this morning Thursday 27th February, 2025 at 10.30am.
“Investigations ongoing.”
It is understood the woman, since named as 82-year-old Stella Nnadi, was brought to CUH on Tuesday morning where a full examination was carried out.
But as she was being treated, the OAP passed away.
A post mortem on the woman’s body has since been completed.
In a statement issued at the time of the woman’s death Gardai confirmed they had launched an investigation.
A spokesperson said: “Gardai in Cork are investigating all of the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman in her 80s following an incident at a residential property in Carrigaline, Co. Cork on Sunday, 23rd February 2025.
“While the woman did not initially require medical assistance, she subsequently became unwell.
“She was transported to Cork University Hospital on Tuesday, 25th February, where she was later pronounced deceased.
“A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the investigation and is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a Garda Station in the Southern Region.
“The scene at a residence in Carrigaline has been preserved for technical and forensic examination by the local scenes of crime officers.
“The Office of the State Pathologist and local Coroner have been notified.
“A post-mortem examination will has be arranged for tomorrow.
“A Senior Investigating Officer (SIO) has been appointed to lead the investigation and a Family Liaison Officer (FLO) has been assigned to provide support and information to the deceased’s family.
“Investigations are ongoing.”
