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Mother of Kelly Lynch calls on meeting with Justice Minister

Jul 2, 2026 15:58
By News Northern Sound
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Mother of Kelly Lynch calls on meeting with Justice Minister

The mother of a woman found dead in a canal in Monaghan Town over two years ago has called on the Justice Minister to meet with and her family.

The body of 23-year-old Kelly Lynch was discovered in the Ulster Canal on March 17th 2024.

There were 93 separate injuries on her body but the tragedy was initially treated as suicide and then as the result of an accidental fall.

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Ms Lynch's mother, Julieanne, said the Garda peer review, ordered by the Garda Commissioner, has identified more than 20 recommendations into the investigation.

Gardai confirmed to Northern Sound this week that the peer review has now been concluded.

Julieanne believes this development represents an important step towards forward and it validates all their concerns.

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Speaking to Northern Sound, she called on Minister Jim O'Callaghan to meet her family.

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