Overview
- A murder investigation into the death of Mark O'Connell, 38, in Hollyhill continues after he was found critically injured early Sunday and later died at Cork University Hospital.
- A man in his 50s arrested at the Hollyhill scene was released without charge as Gardaí prepare a file for the Director of Public Prosecutions.
- Detectives believe a knife or similar weapon was used in the Hollyhill attack and are examining indications that the blade may have broken.
- In a separate Ballinlough incident about 36 hours later, a man and woman in their 60s were rushed to hospital in serious to critical condition after a stabbing; a large kitchen knife was recovered.
- A man found at the Ballinlough scene is assisting Gardaí after sustaining minor injuries, with both scenes sealed for full forensic examination and appeals issued for CCTV and dash‑cam footage.