Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) stock image. Picture: Aodhan Roberts/Belfast Telegraph.
Authorities are appealing to the public to refrain from speculation following an incident involving a young woman in Mullaghbawn on Tuesday evening.
Police responded to a call in the Forkhill Road area of the Co Armagh village shortly before 6:30pm on Tuesday, May 13, where they encountered a woman in distress at a licensed premises.
PSNI officers provided assistance at the scene, and it has since been confirmed that no offences were identified.
Despite widespread speculation circulating on social media about the nature of the incident, police have clarified that the woman—who was transported to hospital—is not listed as a missing person.
Aine Quinn, a local Sinn Fein councillor in the area, stated on Wednesday: “An incident which took place in Mullaghbawn last night has caused concerns within the local community.
“I have spoken to the police and they have said that at present they are continuing to investigate the matter and the circumstances involved, and I would urge the public to allow these investigations to be carried out diligently and void off speculation.
“The police state that at present no complaint has been receive by them and no person’s involved is on a ‘missing person list’.
“I have asked for further updates from the police and will endeavour to keep the local community informed of any outcomes.”
A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police attended licensed premises in the Forkhill Road area of south Armagh shortly before 6.30pm yesterday, Tuesday, May 13, and spoke with a person in distress.
“Officers provided support, and no offences have been detected.”