AN IRISH WOMAN has died in Morocco.

According to local media, the woman was living in Taghazout, a fishing village north of Agadir.

The circumstances of the death are not yet clear.

According to Yabiladi the woman was discovered with stab wounds and died as a result of her injuries.

It also reports that the guard at the residence reported hearing “intense cries” from the apartment where the woman was found.

A 40-year-old man was arrested at the scene in an advanced state of intoxication.

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The Department of Foreign Affairs told TheJournal.ie that it is aware of the case and stands ready to provide consular assistance if requested.