Autopsy Pending After Woman Found Dead in Car at UHL

Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a woman’s body found in a car at the University Hospital Limerick (UHL). The incident occurred on Sunday, March 15, 2026, around 11:00 AM, in a parking area near the hospital’s emergency department.

A spokesperson for the Gardaí confirmed that they are awaiting the results of an autopsy to determine the cause of death. Initial reports suggest that investigators are not suspecting foul play at this stage. It is believed that the woman, who was in her 50s, may have succumbed to a medical emergency.

According to the Gardaí, they responded to a report of an unresponsive woman in a vehicle at a premises in Dooradoyle, Limerick. Emergency services arrived on the scene, but the woman was pronounced deceased shortly thereafter.

The coroner has been notified, and a post-mortem examination will be conducted to establish the circumstances leading to her death. The findings from this examination will play a crucial role in guiding the ongoing investigation. Authorities are still determining how long the body had been in the car prior to the emergency services being alerted.

As this investigation unfolds, further updates are expected from the Gardaí regarding the autopsy findings and any developments in the case.