Brother Dies Two Days After Carrying Sister's Coffin in Limerick Tragedy
In a devastating turn of events, Jason Faulkner has passed away over the weekend, merely two days after carrying his sister Scarlett to her final resting place. Jason served as a pallbearer at his sister's tragic funeral in Limerick on Friday, with the heartbreaking news shared by their cousin Melissa McCarthy on social media on Sunday evening.
Family's Heartbreaking Announcement
Melissa McCarthy urged people to keep the Faulkner family in their prayers, writing: "My heart, 2 days after burying your sister Scarlett, you're gone now Jason, her lovely brother. The laughs we had, oh Jason what are the family gonna do? I can't get my head round it, no doubt Scarlett Faulkner was there to meet you - together again forever." She added a plea for prayers for their aunt Mary and Banny and the entire family.
Another family member expressed sheer disbelief, posting: "Sad world we live in - poor Banny and Mary buried their daughter Scarlett two days ago and now their son - God may mind them keep them strong pray for all the family again this is a painful world - rest in peace Jason."
Tributes Pour In for Jason Faulkner
Tributes have flooded in for Jason, with one friend describing him as an "angel" and another stating: "So heartbreaking, two lovely angels gone to heaven - rest in peace Jason Faulkner my heart goes out to your family. God wrap your arms around Banny, Mary and family." A mourner remarked on the family's immense heartache, saying: "This is just beyond devastating, the nation needs to keep the Faulkner family in their thoughts and prayers, how much heartache can this family take?"
Background on Scarlett Faulkner's Tragic Death
Scarlett Faulkner, 28, from Limerick, had been on life support at Cork University Hospital for three weeks following catastrophic injuries from a vicious roadside attack on the R494 near Birdhill on March 21. Her heartbroken family, who maintained a continuous bedside vigil, confirmed she died on Monday, April 13.
Speaking at her sister's funeral, Victoria Faulkner said: "You were Daddy's girl and Mommy's world, we will love you forever, our sleeping beauty, from your ten sisters and five brothers, and most importantly you're beautiful daughter Oceanna, who you loved dearly, the same way she loved you." She added that Scarlett left a big hole in their hearts and touched many others, describing her as a good mother, daughter, sister, and friend.
Details of the Roadside Assault
Scarlett, a well-regarded member of a Traveller family from Limerick county, was savagely attacked by a group armed with weapons beside the R494 in Birdhill. A woman and a 16-year-old girl have been charged in relation to the serious assault, though the reason behind it remains unclear. Emergency services discovered Scarlett at the roadside with devastating head injuries.
It is believed she was subjected to the attack by one or more armed individuals around 5:30 pm on Saturday, March 21. Gardaí are pursuing several lines of inquiry, including the possibility that innocent Ms. Faulkner may have been traveling in a vehicle deliberately struck by a group in another car, before being dragged out and beaten with weapons at the roadside.
Ongoing Investigation
Detectives based at Nenagh Garda Station are continuing their investigation into the attack. Anyone with information is urged to contact Nenagh Garda Station on (067) 05450, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any local Garda station.
