New details have continued to emerge following the death of Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra.
The Suffolk County Police Department confirmed the swimsuit designer’s identity on August 5, after a body was found on a boat at the Montauk Yacht Club just after midnight. She was 33 years old at the time of her death.
ABC News reported at the time that the East Hampton Town Police received a 911 call reporting that an unconscious body was found. Authorities told the outlet that some individuals on the scene attempted to revive Nolan-O’Slatarra by CPR. NBC News reported that she was pronounced dead by first responders.
Nolan-O’Slatarra, who launched a clothing and accessories company called East x East, sold her items at a pop-up shop at Gurney’s — which mourned her death in a statement to Vanity Fair.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic news regarding Martha Nolan and extend our sincere condolences to her family and loved ones,” the statement read. “While Martha was not an employee of Gurney’s, we were proud to host her East x East pop-up and admired her entrepreneurial spirit and creative vision.”
Scroll down for everything we know so far about Nolan-O’Slatarra’s death:
Who Was Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra?
The Irish Independent reported that Nolan-O’Slatarra moved to New York after she was born in the Irish town of Carlow. Irish outlet Sunday World reported that Nolan-O’Slatarra filed for divorce from husband Sam Ryan earlier this year.
Per the Irish Independent, Nolan-O’Slatarra was in a relationship with someone “who is understood not to have been on the boat with her” at the time of her death. The outlet reported that she messaged the mystery man earlier that night to tell him she would Uber home by 1 a.m. “She had told him she was meeting someone in connection with her business,” Sunday World reported.
Where Was Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra Found Dead?
Nolan-O’Slatarra reportedly fell unconscious on a yacht docked at the Montauk Yacht Club.
Who Owns the Yacht Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra Died On?
It is unclear who is the owner of the yacht, which CBS reported was a 50-to-60-foot vessel located off Star Island Road.
“We are saddened to learn of the tragic incident that took place. Our team is cooperating with law enforcement in their ongoing investigation and remains committed to the safety and well-being of our guests and staff. We have no further comment at this time,” a Montauk Yacht Club spokesperson told the outlet at the time.
What Is Marth Nolan-O’Slatarra’s Cause of Death?
Authorities told NBC News that a preliminary investigation and examination were inconclusive about Nolan-O’Slatarra’s cause of death. Police shared that an autopsy “did not show evidence of violence.” The outlet reported that Nolan-O’Slatarra’s final cause of death is pending further examination.
What Has Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra’s Family Said About Her Death?
Attorney Arthur Aidala told The New York Post that the family is still searching for “details,” noting that the “circumstances surrounding this are far from typical.”
“They would like to know anyone who was with Martha that evening. Earlier that evening, at the time of the actual incident, we know one person who was there. Was anyone else around?” Aidala said, claiming that her family “did not know her to be someone who used drugs.”
Aidala further claimed in a press conference that “people are still being questioned.” He added, “The family has had a sit-down with the Suffolk County homicide detectives. They are doing a deep, deep dive, a deep investigation.”
He also alleged that the family is “absolutely” concerned that Nolan-O’Slatarra could have unknowingly consumed a drug. “If there was any kind of drug and drug use, they want to know. Who’s doing the drugs?” he said.
