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27th Jan 2025

Gardaí launch investigation after baby found dead at house in Longford

Kat O'Connor

Gardaí in Longford are investigating the tragic death

Gardaí in Longford are investigating the tragic death of a baby.

According to reports, a baby was sadly found dead at a home in Co. Longford.

It is believed the baby was only a couple of weeks old at the time of their death.

The baby girl was discovered at a residential property on Sunday morning.

Her body has been removed from the scene and taken to the mortuary at Crumlin Children’s Hospital.

Gardaí confirmed that a post-mortem examination is due to take place today, January 27th.

The State Pathologist and the Gardaí will conduct the post-mortem.

The results of the post-mortem will determine the course of the Garda investigation.

More to follow.

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