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03/02/2016
Woman's Body Found On Co Down Beach
Police have launched an investigation after the body of a woman was found on a beach in Co Down.
A man, who was walking his dog at the time, made the discovery.
The woman's body was found on the Tyrella Beach on Tuesday afternoon.
No further details have been released.
Sinn Féin MLA Chris Hazzard said: "The discovery of the body of a woman on the east end of Tyrella strand is a tragedy.
"The local community has been shocked and saddened at this discovery.
"My thoughts are with the family and friends of this woman at this sad and difficult time."
(CD)
A man, who was walking his dog at the time, made the discovery.
The woman's body was found on the Tyrella Beach on Tuesday afternoon.
No further details have been released.
Sinn Féin MLA Chris Hazzard said: "The discovery of the body of a woman on the east end of Tyrella strand is a tragedy.
"The local community has been shocked and saddened at this discovery.
"My thoughts are with the family and friends of this woman at this sad and difficult time."
(CD)
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