Gardaí at Portlaoise are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Susanne Krauss who is missing from the Dublin Road area of the town. Susanne, who is in her early 50s, has been missing since 3rd January, 2017.

Susanne is described as 5’9″ in height, slim build, dark hair and a pale complexion, and when last seen she was wearing a purple top, blue jeans and carrying a blue handbag. Susanne is a German national.

Gardaí are concerned for Susanne and asking anyone who has seen her or who can assist in locating her to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 – 8674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1 800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

Gardai at Tallaght are investigating a fatal stabbing which occurred at Kilclare Crescent, Jobstown, this afternoon Thursday 5th January, 2017 at approximately 3p.m.

The male youth in his teen’s was removed to Tallaght Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The scene is currently preserved for a technical examination. The Garda Technical Bureau is scheduled to attend the scene later.

No arrests have been made at this time, investigations are ongoing.

Gardai wish to appeal to witnesses who may have been in the Kilclare area this afternoon between 2.45p.m and 3.30p.m. to contact them at Tallaght Garda Station on 01 666 6000, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.