55-year-old man arrested after suspected fatal Cork stabbing
A 55-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a suspected fatal stabbing in Cork city. The incident occurred early Sunday morning, around 4:30 AM, outside a residence on Hollyville in Hollyhill.
Incident Details
Emergency services responded quickly after receiving alerts. Upon arrival, they discovered a 38-year-old man with apparent stab wounds. He was transported to Cork University Hospital but, unfortunately, was pronounced dead upon arrival.
Investigation Progress
Authorities arrested the 55-year-old man at the scene. He was taken to Gurranebraher Garda station for questioning regarding the fatal incident. This arrest was made under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, allowing detention for up to 24 hours without charges.
Community Impact and Investigation
The local community has expressed shock from this tragic event. Reports indicate that the deceased man was known to the family residing at the house where the incident took place. The suspect was reportedly baby-sitting for this family when a confrontation occurred.
Ongoing Forensic Examination
- The scene has been cordoned off for further investigation.
- Garda technical teams are examining both the house’s interior and the surrounding area.
- A post-mortem examination is scheduled, conducted by Assistant State Pathologist Dr. Margot Bolster.
Call for Witnesses
Detectives are actively conducting door-to-door inquiries and reviewing CCTV footage. They urge anyone with information or video evidence, especially dashcam recordings from the vicinity of Hollyville between 3:30 AM and 4:30 AM, to come forward.
Contact Information
Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact Gurranebraher Garda station at (021) 4946200. A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to oversee the investigation from an incident room at the station.
