Irish millionaire found dead, suicide suspected
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Tuesday, January 20, 2009
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Irish property businessman Patrick Rocca has been found dead in his home. Police reports indicate that suicide is the probable cause. He was 42.
Rocca was discovered dead yesterday morning, with one shot to the head. The Irish Times has confirmed that there appears to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding this shot, and that the firearm involved has been confiscated.
Rocca was believed to have assets worth €500 million. He had worked in business for around 25 years, since he joined his family business, Rocca Tiles. His first property deal involved the purchase of two Gatwick office blocks in 2005.
[edit] Sources
- Ian King. "Irish property tycoon commits suicide" — Times Online, January 20, 2009
- "Property developer found dead at home" — Irish Times, January 20, 2009
