Ashling Murphy murder probe: Man remains in custody
The body of Ms Murphy was found on the banks of the Grand Canal in Tullamore last Wednesday
Last updated 19th Jan 2022
A man in his 30s remains in custody in the murder investigation of Ashling Murphy.
He was arrested yesterday (Tuesday) in Co Offaly.
Irish police said the man is being questioned at Tullamore Garda station.
The arrest was made after police renewed an appeal for information, saying "significant progress" had been made with their investigation.
The body of Ms Murphy was found on the banks of the Grand Canal in Tullamore last Wednesday.
On Tuesday Large crowds gathered in the village of Mountbolus and outside St Brigid's Church where the talented musician’s funeral was held.
Mourners included Irish president Michael D Higgins and Irish premier Micheal Martin.
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