A father and his 12-year-old son were found dead in separate locations in Dublin, with authorities investigating a suspected murder-suicide in Clondalkin and Ballyfermot.
Investigation into Suspected Murder-Suicide in Dublin
Gardaí are investigating a suspected murder-suicide involving a father and his 12-year-old son in Dublin.
Details of the Incident
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Father’s Name | Wayne O’Reilly |
| Father’s Age | 48 |
| Son’s Name | Oisin O’Reilly |
| Son’s Age | 12 |
| Discovery Time | After 8:30 AM |
| Father’s Location | Cherry Orchard, Ballyfermot |
| Son’s Location | Lealand Road, Clondalkin |
| Body Removal Time (Father) | Before 2 PM |
| Body Removal Time (Son) | Approximately 3 PM |
The bodies of Wayne O’Reilly and Oisin were found at different properties. Wayne’s body was located in the rear garden of a house in Ballyfermot. Oisin was found later at a property on Lealand Road in Clondalkin.
Gardaí confirmed the deceased were father and son. They are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident. They believe Wayne killed Oisin before going to Ballyfermot.
Agency Response
A missing persons alert was issued for Wayne and Oisin O’Reilly last year, but they were later located. The Child and Family Agency Tusla stated that Oisin was not in State care, but the family was known to them.
Tusla said, “The death of a child is a tragedy, and our thoughts are with the family, all those who knew him, and the local community at this difficult time.”
Gardaí have preserved both locations for forensic examinations. The coroner was notified, and the Office of the State Pathologist was requested for assistance. A Garda spokesperson said the results of post-mortem examinations will guide the investigation.
