A man in his 30s has been arrested in relation to the investigation.
A woman has died following a suspected assault in Laois.
The woman, aged in her 30s was found with serious injuries at a home in Mountmellick at around 4.45pm.
She was later pronounced dead at the scene.
The Office of the State Pathologist have been notified.
A post-mortem examination will be conducted on Thursday, 15th December 2022, the results of which will determine the course of this investigation.
A man in his 30s has been arrested as part of the investigation.
He is currently being detained at Portlaoise Garda Station.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who has any information that can assist with this investigation to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 8674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
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