Man Released After Woman’s Tragic Death on Stena Ferry
A man who was questioned in connection with the death of a woman on a Stena Line passenger ferry has been released without charge, with investigators now treating the incident as a personal tragedy. The incident took place on the 2 pm Stena Nordica sailing from Fishguard in Wales to Rosslare in the Republic of Ireland. Emergency services were notified after 5 pm and boarded the ship upon its arrival. Unfortunately, a woman was pronounced dead at the scene, which was then preserved for further examination.
The woman has been identified locally as Mary Cash, as reported by the Irish Mirror earlier today. The An Garda Siochana (Irish Police) have stated that they are actively investigating all circumstances surrounding the woman’s death. A post mortem examination has been conducted, although the results are being withheld for operational reasons, as per the Gardaí. The man who was arrested in connection with the investigation has now been released without being charged.
A senior investigating officer from the Gardaí will oversee the completion of the investigation to compile a file for a coroner’s inquest. The incident is being handled as a personal tragedy involving the deceased and her family. Several Stena Nordica services were cancelled to aid the police investigation, with the next scheduled departure set for 7.30 pm from Rosslare. A Stena Line spokesperson stated, “As this is a live police matter, we cannot provide any further detail on the incident at this time.”
Rosslare Europort has confirmed that all other services are operating as usual. The news of the incident has prompted shock and sadness among locals, with Wexford councillor Ger Carthy expressing the community’s sentiments. He praised the swift and thorough response by the Gardaí and other agencies, highlighting the significant presence of emergency units on site.
An Garda Siochana has clarified that no other public order incidents are under investigation on board the ferry. This tragic event has left a sombre impact on the local community, and authorities are working diligently to unravel the circumstances surrounding the woman’s untimely passing.
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The incident on the Stena Ferry serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the need for compassion and support during challenging times. As the investigation continues, authorities are focused on understanding the sequence of events leading to this tragedy. Stay tuned for further updates as the story unfolds.