Ashling Murphy murder: Gardai waiting to interview new suspect

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Gardaí have carried out searches in County Offaly and Dublin as part of their investigation into the murder of Ashling Murphy.

The 23-year-old primary school teacher was attacked and killed on the banks of the Grand Canal in Tullamore on Wednesday afternoon.

Officers are also waiting to interview a new suspect who is currently in hospital.

More vigils will be held on Saturday in memory of Ashling after events took place across the island of Ireland on Friday.

Activist Elaine Crory spoke to hundreds gathered outside Belfast City Hall:

Ashling Murphy

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