Body of a woman found at a residence in Tipperary

Michael Bolton

An investigation has been launched after the body of a woman in her 40s was found in Co Tipperary.

The woman in her 40s was discovered deceased at a residence in Newport on Tuesday evening.

A post-mortem is expected to take place later on Wednesday at University Hospital Limerick. The results of the post-mortem will determine the course of the investigation.

The Coroner has been notified.

Investigations are ongoing.