This is the first photo of a beloved Galway woman who died following a vicious assault in her home that left her fighting for her life.
Mum of five Sharon Naughton, aged in her 50s, died following a brutal attack that occurred at a residence in Ballinasloe on Monday December 9.
Ms. Naughton was well known in the Ballinasloe community and has been described by those who knew her as a 'good soul'.
Gardai were alerted to an incident at around 7pm where she was found suffering from serious injuries as a result of the attack. She was taken to Portiuncula University Hospital, but Gardai confirmed she had died from her injuries on Friday 13 December.
A man, also in his 50s, has been arrested and is currently being detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at a Garda station in the county.
Galway Beo understands the arrested man is known to the victim and gardai have confirmed that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
In a statement to Galway Beo at the time, a Garda spokesperson confirmed: "The female (50s) receiving medical treatment in Portiuncula University Hospital passed away from her injuries, yesterday, Thursday 12th December 2024.
"The local coroner has been notified. A post mortem examination will take place in due course. Investigating Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have any information on this incident to come forward.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballinasloe Garda Station at 090 963 1890, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
"A male (50s) appeared before Ballinasloe District Court yesterday, Thursday, 12th December 2024.
"Investigating gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have any information on this incident to come forward.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballinasloe Garda Station at 090 963 1890, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station."
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