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Update (3) - Discovery of two bodies at domestic residence near Corofin, Co. Clare, 9th November 2023

Issue Date: 10th November 2023 

Gardaí are continuing to investigate all the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Claire and Joe Collins at a domestic residence in Killinaboy, Co. Clare on Thursday, 9th November 2023.

The post mortems of both individuals have been completed.  The results of these post mortems will not be released for operational reasons.

The scene remains preserved and technical examinations are ongoing.

The primary focus for Gardaí at this time is the preparation of a file for the Coroner.

Gardaí are not looking for any other individual in relation to this incident at this time.

No further information is available.

Gardaí in Co. Clare are continuing to appeal to anyone who may have information to contact them.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Ennis Garda Station on 065 684 8100 the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.