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Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Major update on puzzling death of Irish fashion designer Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra
American cops are now waiting on toxicology and other tests to help them solve the mystery of how an Irish fashion designer died on a yacht near New York. Police in Long Island probing the death on Tuesday of Carlow-born Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra say the tests are required after a postmortem ruled out the possibility that she was murdered or died from any violence. The tests will include toxicology to see if there was any substance in her system that could have caused her death in the Montauk area of Longs Island. But, speaking to The Irish Mirror a spokesperson for Suffolk County Police Department in Long Island said it had no idea how long it would take for the tests to come back. The spokesperson told us: 'We don't have information on that.' Sources say that, depending on the local laboratory's workload, it could be several weeks before the blood tests are back. "It could take quite some time," a source said. The police department said the extra tests were ordered after the autopsy, or postmortem, on Ms Nolan-O'Slatarra, 33, yielded no sign of foul play. The department said: 'An autopsy conducted on Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, the woman found dead on a boat in Montauk on August 5, did not show evidence of violence and her final cause of death is pending further examination.' Ms Nolan-O'Slatarra was discovered unconscious on the boat at Montauk Yacht Club in the early hours of Tuesday. She was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services. The Department of Foreign Affairs said it is aware of the case and is providing consular assistance. The Irish Mirror's Crime Writers Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy are writing a new weekly newsletter called Crime Ireland. Click here to sign up and get it delivered to your inbox every week The 33-year-old, who is originally from Co Carlow but was living in Manhattan, graduated from University College Dublin (UCD) and later completed a masters degree in digital marketing in Smurfit Business School. Police have confirmed that Ms Nolan O'Slatarra was found dead inside a docked boat at the Montauk Yacht Club, a 16-acre waterfront property located in the Hamptons, after a 911 call reported an 'unconscious woman' aboard the yacht. Good Samaritans tried to perform CPR on the young Irishwoman to no avail and she was pronounced dead a short time later. Meanwhile, a leading Irish-American lawyer said it was typical of the local police department that Ms Nolan O'Slatarra's mother Elma felt that she had no answers over her daughter's death. Mrs Nolan told The Irish Independent on Thursday she did not know how her daughter died and US attorney Pete Gleason told The Irish Mirror that that was not a surprise. Mr Gleason – himself a former NYPD cop – said: 'The mother was saying she is not getting answers from the police. That is typical. The police need to be held accountable. It is just terrible.' A statement from Suffolk County Police Department said: 'East Hampton Town Police responded to a 911 call from a man reporting a woman unconscious on a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club, on Star Island Road, at approximately 12am. 'Good Samaritans attempted to perform CPR on the woman. Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, 33, of Manhattan, was pronounced dead on the boat by first responders. 'The preliminary investigation and exam were inconclusive regarding the cause of death, which will be determined by an autopsy conducted by the Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office.' Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Sunday World
4 days ago
- Sunday World
‘No evidence of violence' in death of Irish fashion designer found dead on yacht in New York
Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra (33), originally from Co Carlow, was found on the yacht on Monday night US police are investigating the death of Martha Nolan O'Slatarra (33) An autopsy found no evidence of violence in the death of a young Irish woman who was found dead on a yacht in the US, local police have said. Police are investigating the death of Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra (33), who was found dead on a yacht at the Montauk Yacht Club in East Hampton, on Long Island, New York, on Monday night. Homicide squad detectives and Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office are probing the incident involving of the Carlow-born fashion designer, who first moved to the US when she was 24. In a statement on Wednesday, local police said that an autopsy 'did not show evidence of violence and her final cause of death is pending further examination'. A police spokesperson earlier said emergency services attended the scene after receiving a call regarding an 'unconscious woman'. The statement said: 'East Hampton Town Police responded to a 911 call from a man reporting a woman unconscious on a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club, on Star Island Road, at approximately 12am. Good Samaritans attempted to perform CPR on the woman. 'Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra (33), of Manhattan, was pronounced dead on the boat by first responders. 'The preliminary investigation and exam were inconclusive regarding the cause of death, which will be determined by an autopsy conducted by the Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office.' Montauk Yacht Club is a popular lakefront club located on the north coast of East Hampton, New York. 'We are saddened to learn of the tragic incident that took place. Our team is cooperating with law enforcement in their ongoing investigation and remains committed to the safety and well-being of our guests and staff. We have no further comment at this time,' a Montauk Yacht Club spokesperson said. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade told the Irish Independent it was aware of the case and was providing consular assistance. The spokesperson added: 'As with all consular cases, the department does not comment on the details of individual cases.' Carlow county councillor Thomas Kinsella, who represents the Muineabeag area, said: 'It's very very tragic news for her family and her friends, especially being so far away from home." Ms Nolan O'Slatarra was a marketing consultant, entrepreneur and founder of fashion brand East x East. Ms Nolan founded her own fashion brand East x East The well-known and popular businesswoman spoke to the Irish Independent last year about her entrepreneurial spirit and her love of fashion. She said it inspired her to merge her 'love for travel' with her knowledge of marketing. She also spoke of her 'hard-work mindset' and determination. 'Carlow is a small town, I was the small town girl who needed to get out to achieve her big dreams,' Ms Nolan Slatarra said at the time. 'I always knew I wanted to be successful, that I was money-driven, business-driven – and that fashion is a tough industry and it would be a slow road.' Speaking about networking and business relationships, Ms Nolan-O'Slatarra said she had made new friends through her career but she 'still [had] all my Carlow friends. They are still my crew'. Ms Nolan-O'Slatarra studied commerce at UCD before completing a master's in digital marketing at Smurfit Business School. Montauk Yacht Club is a popular lakefront club located on the north coast of East Hampton, New York. US police are investigating the death of Martha Nolan O'Slatarra (33) News in 90 Seconds - Aug 7th
Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Irish Independent
‘No evidence of violence' in death of Irish fashion designer (33) found dead on yacht in New York
Police are investigating the death of Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra (33), who was found dead on a yacht at the Montauk Yacht Club in East Hampton, on Long Island, New York, on Monday night. Homicide squad detectives and Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office are probing the incident involving of the Carlow-born fashion designer, who first moved to the US when she was 24. In a statement on Wednesday, local police said that an autopsy 'did not show evidence of violence and her final cause of death is pending further examination'. A police spokesperson earlier said emergency services attended the scene after receiving a call regarding an 'unconscious woman'. The statement said: 'East Hampton Town Police responded to a 911 call from a man reporting a woman unconscious on a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club, on Star Island Road, at approximately 12am. Good Samaritans attempted to perform CPR on the woman. 'Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra (33), of Manhattan, was pronounced dead on the boat by first responders. 'The preliminary investigation and exam were inconclusive regarding the cause of death, which will be determined by an autopsy conducted by the Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office.' Montauk Yacht Club is a popular lakefront club located on the north coast of East Hampton, New York. 'We are saddened to learn of the tragic incident that took place. Our team is cooperating with law enforcement in their ongoing investigation and remains committed to the safety and well-being of our guests and staff. We have no further comment at this time,' a Montauk Yacht Club spokesperson said. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade told the Irish Independent it was aware of the case and was providing consular assistance. The spokesperson added: 'As with all consular cases, the department does not comment on the details of individual cases.' Carlow county councillor Thomas Kinsella, who represents the Muineabeag area, said: 'It's very very tragic news for her family and her friends, especially being so far away from home." Ms Nolan O'Slatarra was a marketing consultant, entrepreneur and founder of fashion brand East x East. The well-known and popular businesswoman spoke to the Irish Independent last year about her entrepreneurial spirit and her love of fashion. She said it inspired her to merge her 'love for travel' with her knowledge of marketing. She also spoke of her 'hard-work mindset' and determination. 'Carlow is a small town, I was the small town girl who needed to get out to achieve her big dreams,' Ms Nolan Slatarra said at the time. 'I always knew I wanted to be successful, that I was money-driven, business-driven – and that fashion is a tough industry and it would be a slow road.' Speaking about networking and business relationships, Ms Nolan-O'Slatarra said she had made new friends through her career but she 'still [had] all my Carlow friends. They are still my crew'. Ms Nolan-O'Slatarra studied commerce at UCD before completing a master's in digital marketing at Smurfit Business School. Montauk Yacht Club is a popular lakefront club located on the north coast of East Hampton, New York.
Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Irish Independent
Irish fashion designer (33) found dead on yacht in New York as police say initial investigations inconclusive
Police are investigating the death of Martha Nolan O'Slatarra (33), who was found dead on a yacht at the Montauk Yacht Club in East Hampton, on Long Island, New York, on Monday night. Homicide squad detectives and Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office are probing the incident involving of the Carlow-born fashion designer, who first moved to the US when she was 24. A police spokesperson said emergency services attended the scene after receiving a call regarding an 'unconscious woman'. The statement said: 'East Hampton Town Police responded to a 911 call from a man reporting a woman unconscious on a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club, on Star Island Road, at approximately 12am. Good Samaritans attempted to perform CPR on the woman. 'Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra (33), of Manhattan, was pronounced dead on the boat by first responders. 'The preliminary investigation and exam were inconclusive regarding the cause of death, which will be determined by an autopsy conducted by the Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office.' Sources in the US told the Irish Independent that an autopsy is due to be carried out on Ms Nolan-O'Slatarra's remains on Thursday. Montauk Yacht Club is a popular lakefront club located on the north coast of East Hampton, New York. 'We are saddened to learn of the tragic incident that took place. Our team is cooperating with law enforcement in their ongoing investigation and remains committed to the safety and well-being of our guests and staff. We have no further comment at this time,' a Montauk Yacht Club spokesperson said. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade told the Irish Independent it was aware of the case and was providing consular assistance. The spokesperson added: 'As with all consular cases, the department does not comment on the details of individual cases.' Carlow county councillor Thomas Kinsella, who represents the Muineabeag area, said: 'It's very very tragic news for her family and her friends, especially being so far away from home." Ms Nolan O'Slatarra was a marketing consultant, entrepreneur and founder of fashion brand East x East. The well-known and popular businesswoman spoke to the Irish Independent last year about her entrepreneurial spirit and her love of fashion. She said it inspired her to merge her 'love for travel' with her knowledge of marketing. She also spoke of her 'hard-work mindset' and determination. 'Carlow is a small town, I was the small town girl who needed to get out to achieve her big dreams,' Ms Nolan Slatarra said at the time. 'I always knew I wanted to be successful, that I was money-driven, business-driven – and that fashion is a tough industry and it would be a slow road.' Speaking about networking and business relationships, Ms Nolan O'Slatarra said she had made new friends through her career but she 'still [had] all my Carlow friends. They are still my crew'. Ms Nolan O'Slatarra studied commerce at UCD before completing a master's in digital marketing at Smurfit Business School. Montauk Yacht Club is a popular lakefront club located on the north coast of East Hampton, New York. More to follow
Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Irish Independent
Irish fashion designer (33) found dead on yacht in New York
Martha Nolan O'Slatarra (33) was found dead on a yacht at the Montauk Yacht Club in East Hampton on Long Island. Detectives and Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office are probing the incident involving of the Carlow-born fashion designer, who first moved Stateside when she was 24. A police spokesperson said emergency services attended the scene after receiving a call regarding an 'unconscious woman'. The statement said: 'East Hampton Town Police responded to a 911 call from a man reporting a woman unconscious on a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club, on Star Island Road, at approximately 12am. Good Samaritans attempted to perform CPR on the woman. 'Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra (33), of Manhattan, was pronounced dead on the boat by first responders. 'The preliminary investigation and exam were inconclusive regarding the cause of death, which will be determined by an autopsy conducted by the Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office.' The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade told the Irish Independent it was aware of the case and was providing consular assistance. The spokesperson added: 'As with all consular cases, the department does not comment on the details of individual cases.' Carlow county councillor Thomas Kinsella, who represents the Muineabeag area, said: 'It's very very tragic news for her family and her friends, especially being so far away from home." Ms Nolan O'Slatarra was a marketing consultant, entrepreneur and founder of fashion brand East x East. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more The well-known and popular businesswoman spoke to the Irish Independent last year about her entrepreneurial spirit and her love of fashion. She said it inspired her to merge her 'love for travel' with her knowledge of marketing. She also spoke of her 'hard-work mindset' and determination. 'Carlow is a small town, I was the small town girl who needed to get out to achieve her big dreams,' Ms Nolan Slatarra said at the time. 'I always knew I wanted to be successful, that I was money-driven, business-driven – and that fashion is a tough industry and it would be a slow road.' Speaking about networking and business relationships, Ms Nolan O'Slatarra said she had made new friends through her career but she 'still [had] all my Carlow friends. They are still my crew'. Ms Nolan O'Slatarra studied commerce at UCD before completing a master's in digital marketing at Smurfit Business School. Montauk Yacht Club is a popular lakefront club located on the north coast of East Hampton, New York. More to follow
