Woman found dead in Killarney may have been victim of violent assault, reports claim

The woman found dead at a house in Killarney, Co Kerry, on Tuesday has been named locally as Jamey Carney.

Emergency services were called to a residence in the Muckross Road area on Tuesday afternoon, where the woman, aged in her 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Gardaí have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death and have established an incident room at Killarney Garda Station.

It’s believed Ms Carney, a US national originally from New York, moved to Ireland in 2021. She is the mother of a teenage daughter.

While Gardaí have released limited details about the case, the Irish Independent has reported that investigators fear the American woman may have been the victim of a brutal assault. The newspaper reported that she was found with head injuries, although Gardaí have not publicly confirmed those details.

A post-mortem examination is due to take place, with Gardaí saying the results will determine the course of their investigation.

The scene remains preserved for technical and forensic examination, and a Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to lead the inquiry.

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Gardaí are appealing to anyone who was in the Muckross Road area between the evening of July 6 and the afternoon of July 7 to come forward.

They are particularly interested in speaking with road users, pedestrians and those who may have dashcam, CCTV or doorbell camera footage from the area during that period.

No arrests have been announced and Gardaí have not commented on speculation circulating online regarding the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Killarney Garda Station, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.