Femicide in Ireland
Ashling Murphy was murdered, as she jogged in broad daylight
As I write this story at just past 5:30 AM, folks in Ireland are extremely angry.
Yesterday, at just past 4:00 PM, a young and well-loved woman was murdered, as she jogged along the banks of the Grand Canal in Tullamore. 23 year old Ashling Murphy was a primary school teacher in the town. She had gotten off work about an hour earlier, and decided to go jogging along the very popular pathway that runs along the canal. She never made it home. According to those who knew her, Ashling was well liked and loved by many. She also was known for performing traditional Irish music with her family members. People in the area are considering this an absolute tragedy.
According to reports, Ashling was still alive when rescuers arrived. She was first spotted by two women, who were walking in the area. The women went to a nearby residence and reported the find. Police were called, and they arrived shortly after. In spite of attempts to save Ashling, she succumbed to her injuries shortly after. Police have stated that Ashling’s injuries and death are consistent with a severe assault.
