A tragic incident in Cork city has resulted in the death of a woman and left a man seriously injured following a violent attack. The incident occurred at a residence in Shrewsbury Downs, Ballinlough, prompting a swift response from Gardaí (Irish police) and emergency services at approximately 21:00 local time on Monday. According to reports from Irish broadcaster RTÉ, the victims, a couple in their 50s and 60s, were both stabbed multiple times during the assault. A man in his 20s, who is reportedly known to the couple, has been arrested in connection with the incident. The injured man was rushed to Cork University Hospital, where the woman was pronounced dead. The suspect is currently being held at a Garda station in Cork city, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation.