Shortly after 3pm today, gardaí and emergency services attended at a house in the Beechfield area of Dublin 15.
Tragically a female adult (40s) and a baby boy were discovered inside the house deceased. They were both pronounced dead at the scene a short time later. Their bodies remain at the scene which is preserved for forensic and technical examination.
The local Coroner and Office of the State Pathologist have been notified. A Garda Family Liaison Officer has been appointed to liaise with the family.
The outcomes of a post-mortem examinations will determine the course Garda investigations into both deaths.
No further information is available and it is thought gardaí are not looking for anyone else in relation to their enquires at this time.
May they rest in peace, amen.
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