Girl dies following assault in Co Wexford

Girl, 8, stabbed to death as she tried to save her mum from knife attack

Malikaka Al Katib, 8, was at home when she allegedly ran to help her mother, who was being attacked with knife, sources have claimed

Girl, 8, dies after being 'stabbed while trying to protect mum from attack' - Liverpool Echo

A shocking and upsetting incident took place in Ireland on Sunday

Girl, 8, stabbed to death after 'trying to protect mum from house intruder'

Malikika Al Katib, 8, was reportedly stabbed when she rushed over to help her mother, who was being attacked with a knife at their home in Co Wexford, Ireland, late on Sunday night

Child dies in hospital following assault at house

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene at approximately 11.45pm

Gardai appeal after child, 8, dies following assault

A senior investigating officer has been appointed to lead the inquiry and an incident room has been set up

Gardaí investigating after girl dies following assault in Wexford

The girl was taken to University Hospital Waterford for treatment and passed away from her injuries in the early hours of Monday morning.