Paula Byrne’s Stardust death linked to fire fumes at inquest

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Paula Byrne’s death was linked to inhalation of fire fumes at Dublin District Coroner’s Court on 10 January 2024, during the Stardust inquest.

A forensic pathologist said her carbon monoxide exposure measured 55%, a level described as very high. The evidence was part of a broader review of the deaths of 48 people in the 1981 nightclub fire.

The inquest jury was hearing pathology evidence alphabetically. Further evidence was scheduled for the following day at the Rotunda Hospital’s Pillar Room.