In a heartbreaking incident, a young mother and her newborn baby were found dead in their bathroom in Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary, Ireland. The bodies of 33-year-old Polish national Monika Kubasiewicz and her infant daughter were discovered at around 1pm on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Discovery and Initial Response

Emergency services rushed to the scene after the bodies were found. Both the mother and her baby were pronounced dead upon arrival. Irish police, known as Gardaí, confirmed that they do not suspect any foul play in the tragic incident.

Investigation and Post-Mortem Examinations

A post-mortem examination was conducted on Monika Kubasiewicz on Friday, though the results have not been released. The post-mortem for the infant is scheduled for early next week. Investigators believe the baby died during childbirth, describing the incident as a 'tragic accident.'

Gardaí Statement

A Gardaí spokesperson stated, 'Gardaí continue to investigate all of the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the bodies of a woman (aged in her 30s) and an infant at a domestic residence in Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary on Friday 8th May 2026. The post-mortem examination of the woman has concluded, the results of which are not being released for operational reasons. The post-mortem examination of the infant is due to take place early next week, the results of which will not be released for operational reasons. The focus of the Gardaí investigation at this time concerns the preparation of a file for the coroner.'

Community Response

David Dunne, a Sinn Féin councillor in Carrick-on-Suir, urged the community to refrain from speculation. He said, 'There has been a tragedy in Carrick-on-Suir. I would ask people not to speculate on what happened and not to share anything they are hearing or has been sent to them.'

Background of the Family

Monika Kubasiewicz had recently moved into the Co. Tipperary home with her partner and their two children, aged four and three, around three months ago. The family had previously run a shop in Clonmel but were forced to close it down after the pandemic hit in early 2020. Before moving into their new home, they had been living in emergency accommodation.