Dublin man charged with sister's murder

A Dublin man has been charged with the murder of his sister last night.

A Dublin man has been charged with the murder of his sister last night.

Mr David Bell (24), was charged with the murder of 22-year-old mother of one, Lisa Bell, at Kilmainham District Court this afternoon. He was remanded in custody by District Court Justice Gillian Hussey for one week.

Ms Bell’s body was found by a neighbour at St Theresa's Gardens at 8 p.m. Her brother was arrested in the early hours of this morning.

Mr Bell's lawyer asked the court to ensure he received treatment in prison for his drug problem.

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The Deputy state pathologist, Dr Marie Cassidy, is due to carry out a post mortem.