They are also investigating whether Aidan Moffitt, a Peace Commissioner in his 30s, met his attacker online. It is understood Mr Moffitt, an auctioneer, was from Lisacul, near Ballaghadereen in Co Roscommon, and died violently. In a statement issued tonight, Gardaí said Mr Moffitt had received “significant bodily injuries”. Officers have issued a number of security tips to the public when talking or intending to meet someone they have met online. This includes taking a photo of the person’s face and being careful when a person does not share a recent photo of themselves – especially after you share yours. If the person does not want to share a photo of their face, Gardaí advises asking the person to take part in a live video call.

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Flowers left outside the house in Cartron Heights, Sligo by Mr. Aidan Moffitt who was brutally murdered. Photo: Donal Hackett. Flowers left outside the house in Cartron Heights, Sligo by Mr. Aidan Moffitt who was brutally murdered. Photo: Donal Hackett. Gardaí also urged the public to control the manipulation of the individual’s social media and to be wary of new accounts with few posts and a low number of followers. They also encouraged people to let their friends know where they are going and to send a message to a trusted friend with your live location so you can find out if you need help. Mr Moffitt’s body was removed from the home this afternoon and taken to Sligo University Hospital for an autopsy, which will be performed by state physician Sally Anne Collis.

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Gardaí outside the home of the late Aidan Moffitt in Cartron Heights. Photo: Donal Hackett. Gardaí outside the home of the late Aidan Moffitt in Cartron Heights. Photo: Donal Hackett. A Garda spokesman said: “The scene remains intact and the Garda Technical Office continues to conduct technical and forensic examinations at home. “Gardaí in Sligo appeals to anyone with information about this murder to contact us. “Gardaí researchers call anyone in Cartron Heights or the general area of ​​Cartron on the afternoon of Monday, April 11, 2022 until 8:30 p.m. and who saw anything that caught his attention, to contact the researcher Gardaí. “You can contact Gardaí inquiry at a dedicated telephone number in the event room at Sligo Garda Station at 071 9157088, at the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or at any Garda station.”

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