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Full review of Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder case to go ahead

Full review of Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder case to go ahead

Amy Blaney

Gardaí investigating the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier have confirmed a full review of the case will take place.

The Garda Serious Crime Review Team will conduct the review into the 1996 murder of Ms Toscan du Plantier in west Cork.

The body of the French woman (39) was found on December 23rd, 1996, at the entrance to her holiday home at Dreenane near Toormore. She had sustained severe head injuries.

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A Garda statement said recommendations will be given to the local investigation team once the review is finalised.

Officers continue to appeal to anyone who may have any information on the murder to contact the Garda investigation team at Bantry Garda station on 027 20860 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

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