Murder probe launched after woman found dead

Fermanagh woman discovered by sister

Author: Tara MclaughlinPublished 13th Nov 2018

Police have launched a murder investigation after a woman was found dead in her home by her sister.

Pauline Kilkenny's body was discovered at her home in the Cornacully Road in Enniskillen around one on Tuesday afternoon.

The 59-year-old had failed to turn up for work.

A 28 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, suspicion of possession of Cannabis and theft of a motor vehicle and remains in police custody at this time.

Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell, who is leading the investigation, said: "Contents of the victim’s handbag and her car had also been removed from the property.

"A post-mortem examination has yet to take place but I am treating this as murder.

"My thoughts go out to the victim’s family, including her sister who will no doubt have been left traumatised by the discovery of her sister’s body and I’m appealing to anyone who has any information to contact detectives at Serious Crime Branch on 101 quoting reference 573 13/11/18.

"Alternatively information can be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."