Tragedy in Ballymena Leaves Community Heartbroken | Belfast News

A mother and her eight-year-old daughter, Emilia Daczkowski and Alicja, were found dead in their Ballymena home, sparking a community in mourning. Originally from Poland and settled in Northern Ireland for 14 years, the pair’s tragic loss has left neighbors, schoolmates, and families from afar heartbroken. Alicja, a bright, bilingual child beloved by all, is remembered for her warmth and joy. Authorities believe they were killed with a blunt instrument, and police are appealing for any information — no matter how small — to help solve the case. With a funeral drawing hundreds and a community rallying around the grieving family, detectives urge the public to come forward through PSNI or Crimestoppers as this devastating tragedy casts a long shadow over the town. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/06ca972885216c8d