RIP: Tragedy as search for missing woman stood down as gardai issue update

The 33 year-old was reported missing since Tuesday and her body has since been discovered

A search for a missing woman has sadly ended following the discovery of a body.

Gardaí, Laois Civil Defence and members of the public took part in the search for Bronwyn Ashe.

The 33-year-old woman had been reported missing from Abbeyleix in Laois on Tuesday, July 28.

It’s understood her remains were discovered during a search in the Slieve Bloom Mountains in Laois early yesterday, Thursday July 30 2026.

There is a great sense of shock and heartbreak across the country following this tragic update from gardai.

Gardaí thanked the public for their assistance and said no further assistance is required.