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Ukrainian Teen Vadym Davydenko, 17, Killed at Dublin Care Unit as Gardaí Pursue Murder Inquiry

Police describe a self-contained investigation with no other suspects, with the Ukrainian embassy preparing repatriation.

Overview

  • The Embassy of Ukraine named the victim as Vadym Davydenko, confirmed consular support for his family, and said his body will be repatriated to Ukraine.
  • Gardaí detained a male teenager at the scene, said they are following a definite line of inquiry, and indicated they are not looking for anyone else.
  • A 17-year-old boy with non-life-threatening injuries remains in a Dublin hospital, with Gardaí planning to interview him when possible.
  • Two other teenagers were attacked and a female care worker who intervened sustained minor injuries, according to officials.
  • The incident occurred at a privately run emergency residential unit operating for Tusla that houses separated young people seeking international protection, with the scene under forensic examination and a post-mortem pending.