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Tragic
deaths being investigated
RESIDENTS
in Annaville Park, Dundrum, were shocked and saddened
by the tragic deaths of an elderly couple found dead
in their home in the quite estate last week.
The
couple, Thomas and Teresa MacGabhann, both aged 82 were
rushed to St Vincent’s Hospital when they were
found collapsed in the house. They were pronounced dead
on arrival.
It’s believed the deaths may have been due to carbon
monoxide poisoning caused by a blocked flue.
Neighbours have said Mrs MacGabhann was taken to hospital
after feeling unwell the day before the couple were
found but that she returned home later that day.
It’s understood gardai investigating the matter
are examining a possible fault with the central heating
system.
Service work was being carried out on land at the back
of the couple’s property which they had recently
sold. A link between this and the deaths is also being
investigated.
Bord Gais described the deaths as “very saddening
and upsetting” and confirmed it was assisting in
the inquiry.
“Bord
Gáis was asked by the emergency services to assist
in an enquiry into an incident at Annaville Park which
resulted in two fatalities,” said a company spokesperson.
“An
investigation into the incident is currently ongoing
by the Garda and relevant authorities.
“Although
Bord Gáis is not in a position to give any further
details, early indications suggest that a blocked flue
from a central heating system may have resulted in the
incident.
“The
blockage appears to have arisen as a result of recent
construction activity. The results of the investigation
will be made known in due course.”
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