A FUNDRAISER HAS been created to help pay for funeral costs for a Brazilian woman murdered on Friday at her apartment in Co Limerick.

Jady Cristine Pereira Rosa, from Sorocaba, São Paulo, was found inside her apartment at Carlton House on Cecil Street.

A murder investigation was launched on Saturday, with gardaí understood to be looking to question a male in connection with the killing.

A post-mortem performed by the State Pathologist confirmed that Rosa died a violent death, and while gardaí are not releasing the results for “operational reasons”, it is understood that she was stabbed. 

The fundraiser, which has so far raised nearly €5,500, will cover the costs of her funeral, wake, and burial, as well as transporting her from the airport in Brazil to her hometown.

Rosa’s employer is said to be covering the cost of transporting her body from Ireland to Brazil.

A description on the GoFundMe page says: “Today we come together for a reason no one should ever have to face.

“Our dear Jady, a Brazilian who was living in Limerick, Ireland, had her life tragically taken.

“In this moment of immense grief, we want to help her family give her the dignified farewell she deserves in her home country, surrounded by the people who love her.

“If you are unable to donate, we kindly ask that you share this fundraiser so it can reach more people.

“Any contribution, no matter the amount, will make a difference and will be a meaningful gesture of kindness and solidarity with her family during this incredibly difficult time.”

Gardaí said on Saturday that a family liaison officer has been assigned to support her family, and a senior investigating officer has been appointed to lead the murder investigation.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Henry Street garda station on (061) 212400.