The Daily Star Ireland
An investigation is currently underway after a young girl died following an assault in Co Wexford last night.
Emergency services responded to an incident at a house in New Ross at approximately 11:45 pm. The girl was transported to University Hospital Waterford, where she succumbed to her injuries in the early hours of the morning. It is believed that she was around eight years old.
A man and a woman, both in their 30s, are also receiving treatment at University Hospital Waterford for injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
Gardaí have stated that they are pursuing a specific line of inquiry and are not seeking any additional suspects in connection with the investigation.
The scene remains secured for a forensic examination, and the Office of the State Pathologist has been notified.
Gardaí are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact New Ross Garda Station at 051 426 030, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
