The body of a murdered woman has been discovered at a house in Co Mayo.
Valerie French Kilroy was found dead at her home in the Kilbree area of Westport at around 10am on Friday.
A man in his 40s, who is known to the victim, was arrested in connection with the incident.
A source said: “The woman’s body was found early yesterday morning, gardai investigated and they arrested a man that is known to the victim.”
Councillor Christy Hyland said that locals were left stunned by the discovery.
He told the Irish Mirror: “The whole community is in shock, what a terrible, terrible tragedy.
“It’s a very close knit community, our hearts go out to the all the loved ones.”
A garda spokeswoman said: “The male is currently detained at Castlebar Garda station under section 4 Criminal Justice Act 1984.
“The body remains at the scene and the scene is preserved pending examination by the State Pathologist and the Garda Technical Bureau.
“At this stage Gardaí are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.
“The family of the deceased woman has been notified and a family liaison officer has been appointed. The Garda investigation is ongoing.
“An incident room has been established at Castlebar Garda Station.
“Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone who can assist with this investigation are asked to contact Castlebar Garda station on 094 9038200 or the Garda confidential line on 1800 666111.”
