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Irish Designer Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra Laid to Rest in Carlow as Montauk Death Investigation Continues

Detectives await comprehensive toxicology following an initial autopsy that found no signs of violence.

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Overview

  • Mourners held a funeral Mass at the Cathedral of the Assumption in Carlow on Wednesday, followed by burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
  • Nolan-O’Slatarra, 33, was found unresponsive on Aug. 5 aboard the Sea Ray “Ripple” at the Montauk Yacht Club, where bystanders attempted CPR before she was pronounced dead.
  • The Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s preliminary findings showed no visible external trauma, and homicide detectives are leading an active investigation with no arrests announced.
  • District Attorney Ray Tierney said investigators are awaiting the final toxicology report and stressed screening for novel designer drugs, including substances such as xylazine, which can extend testing timelines.
  • Her family retained attorney Arthur Aidala, sought a second autopsy, and repatriated her remains with help from the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust; reports identify the boat as linked to businessman Christopher Durnan, who has not been charged.