Age Action calls on people to check on older neighbours after decayed body found in Wexford Town

Age Action has called on people to check on older relatives and neighbours, after the badly decayed body of an 84-year old woman was found in a house in Wexford Town.

Bridget Crosbie’s remains were discovered at approximately 9.30pm on Friday night.

It is believed Ms Crosbie led a reclusive life and relations were prompted to contact Wexford Garda station after a number of months passed without telephone contact from her.