Gardaí appeal to anyone who interacted with Stefan Posschier on social media prior to death

Stefan Posschier, aged in his 60s, had been living in the area for a number of years.

The house in Rattin near Miltownpass, Westmeath where the body of a man in his 60's was found in unexplained circumstances. Picture: Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

A man who was found dead in a house in Westmeath on Tuesday was violently assaulted, Gardaí confirmed this afternoon.

The man, Stefan Nivelles Posschier, died as a result of his injuries and was discovered shortly after 6pm on Tuesday after a relative raised the alarm.

Gardaí said they are investigating all the circumstances surrounding Mr Posschier's death.

A person of interest was identified yesterday and the man is assisting gardaí with their inquiries.

No arrests have been made at this time.

 

A post-mortem was carried out yesterday by State Pathologist Dr Linda Mulligan at Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore. The results are not being released at this time for operational purposes.

Investigating gardaí are appealing to any person who met with or saw Mr Posschier in the days prior to the discovery of his body.

They are also keen to speak with anyone who may have interacted with him on social media during this time.

Local Fianna Fáil councillor John Shaw said Mr Posschier was well-known across the Midlands for his tarot card reading and psychic work.

An incident room has been established at Mullingar Garda Station and gardaí can be contacted on 044 9384000, on the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or through any Garda Station.

A Family Liaison Officer has been appointed and the family are being kept informed of the investigation.