An investigation is currently underway following the death of a young girl after an assault in County Wexford on Sunday night.
Emergency services were called to a house in New Ross at approximately 11:45 PM.
The girl, who is said to be just 8-yrs-old, was taken to University Hospital Waterford, where she unfortunately passed away from her injuries in the early hours of the morning. A woman and a man, both in their 30s, are also receiving treatment at University Hospital Waterford for injuries that are not considered life-threatening, reports RTE.
Gardaà have issued an appeal for information regarding the incident. They indicate that they are following a specific line of inquiry and are not seeking anyone else in connection with the investigation. The scene has been preserved for a forensic examination, and the Office of the State Pathologist has been notified.
Gardaà urge anyone with information about the incident to contact New Ross Garda Station at 051 426 030, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 66-61-11, or any Garda station.
