A woman died on a ferry traveling from Wales to Ireland. A man has been arrested as part of the investigation.
A man was arrested after the woman’s death. This happened on the passenger ferry that left Fishguard at 2 PM, going to Rosslare Europort.
Police were called around 5 PM after the incident and went onto the ship. Police said the woman died afterward and her body is still there.
Police arrested a man regarding the investigation. He is being held at a police station. The area is secured for examination, which will be carried out by experts.
Authorities have notified the state pathologist and local coroner. An autopsy will happen soon, and its results will guide the further investigation.
A senior officer will lead the investigation, and a family liaison officer will support the woman’s family. Police are continuing the investigation.
Stena Line said the incident happened on their 2 PM sailing from Fishguard to Rosslare. Stena Line stated that this is a police matter and directed further questions to the police.
A sailing from Rosslare to Fishguard was canceled. This cancellation was due to the incident.