Mystery death

THE death of Tyrone GAA manager Mickey Harte’s daughter while honeymooning in Mauritius was shrouded in mystery last night after her husband’s uncle issued a statement saying she had been killed but police in the country said they had found nothing untoward.

The body of Michaela Harte, a 27-year-old teacher and former Rose of Tralee contestant, was found by her new husband, Down senior footballer John McAreavey, in their bedroom in the luxurious Legends Hotel at about 4pm Mauritian time (midday Irish time). The couple had arrived there on Sunday having been married in Tyrone on December 30 and having travelled through Dubai.

It is believed Ms Harte went upstairs to rest and make a cup of tea but when she failed to reappear, Mr McAreavey became concerned and went looking for her.