James Ryan died in Beaumont Hospital on August 11, one day after suffering head injuries near his home in Balbriggan
James Ryan died in Beaumont Hospital on August 11, one day after suffering head injuries near his home in Balbriggan.
It was initially suspected he had suffered a fall but the case has since been upgraded to murder.
Gardaí confirmed earlier today that they are investigating his death and that a woman has now been arrested on suspicion of murder.
“Gardaí in Balbriggan, Co Dublin are investigating all the circumstances in relation to the discovery of a man with serious injuries found on a residential road in the Balbriggan area in the early hours of Saturday, August 10,” a spokesperson said.
“The man was removed from the scene to Beaumont Hospital by ambulance and later died on Sunday, August 11. A post mortem was subsequently completed and the results of which are not being disclosed for operational reasons.”
Gardaí added: “A woman aged in her 40s was arrested in Balbriggan and is currently being questioned at a garda station in north Dublin under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.”
On his death notice posted earlier on RIP.ie it states that the death has occurred of: “Ryan, (Shey) James, (Balbriggan, and formerly of Shelmalier Road, Eastwall) (peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital on the 11th August 2024”.
“James is predeceased by his beloved parents, Patricia and Michael, and his dear sister, Margaret,” the notice reads.
“He will be forever missed by his loving sisters, Una, Jackie, and Deirdre, his cherished daughters, Karen, Lynn, Eliska and his son, James.
“James will also be fondly remembered by his children’s partners, his adored grandchildren, beloved nieces and nephews, his extended family, and many dear friends.”
James had reposed at Stafford’s Funeral Home 60 North Strand, on Wednesday afternoon, August 21 before removal on Thursday morning to St Joseph’s Church, Church Road, East Wall arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am.
This was followed by cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium Chapel at 1pm.
In the condolences section, people left numerous messages of sympathy, including one that reads: “Karen and family on the loss of your Dad, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your Dad’s soul Rest In Perfect Peace.”
Another adds: “We are saddened to hear of Shay’s passing, a lovely gentleman. Our condolences to Karen and family.”
Another person wrote: “Thinking of Lynn and all the family at this sad time. Your dad was a gent, many a great yap with him around Balbriggan with little Eliska in tow.”
One other person said they were: “So sorry to hear of Shay’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he rest in peace.”
