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09th Jun 2022

Elderly woman found dead after tragic accident in Galway

Kat O'Connor

The woman died after falling from a building in Galway.

A woman in her 80s has died in a tragic accident in Galway.

Gardaí believe the woman fell from the upper floor of a building this morning.

Her body was found on High Street just after 9 am on June 9th.

Gardaí believe the woman died after falling from a building on High Street.

A full Garda investigation is now underway after her tragic passing.

The woman’s body remains at the scene.

Galway Garda

Gardaí have launched an investigation into her death, but believes this was a tragic accident.

Anyone with information about the woman’s death has been asked to come forward.

Gardaí are keen to speak with anyone who was on High Street between 8.45 am and 9.05 am.

Those with dash cam footage have also been asked to make it available to Gardaí.

The street is usually pedestrianised, but it has been cordoned off during the investigation.

Delivery vehicles were allowed access, but the public is asked to avoid the area.

Anyone with information or those who witnessed the incident should contact Mill Street Garda station on 091-538000.

We’re keeping the woman’s loved ones in our thoughts during this harrowing time.