URGENT UPDATE: Designer Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra has been found dead on a boat at the Montauk Yacht Club, prompting a serious investigation by Suffolk County Police. The 33-year-old was discovered unconscious around midnight on July 10, 2023, and was later pronounced dead. Authorities are currently working to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
In a heartfelt tribute shared on Instagram, her business partner Dylan Grace expressed profound sorrow over her passing. “We dreamed big together, laughed harder than anyone else could understand, and built so much for nothing,” Grace wrote. “I’m truly blessed and grateful to have had you in my life. Love you so much, Mar. Fly high girl.”
Nolan-O’Slatarra, a native of Ireland, relocated to the U.S. at 26 and began her career with pop-up shops showcasing her summer wear brand, East x East. She had recently celebrated a successful event at the upscale Gurney’s Resort in Montauk, further establishing her presence in the Hamptons.
The community is reeling from this loss as Nolan-O’Slatarra was a well-known figure in the area, beloved for her creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. Gurney’s Resort issued a statement expressing their condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic news regarding Martha Nolan and extend our sincere condolences to her family and loved ones.”
Violent crime is rare in Montauk, a summer retreat known for its wealth and exclusivity. The Montauk Yacht Club, founded in 1928, has hosted some of the nation’s wealthiest individuals. The investigation into Nolan-O’Slatarra’s death is ongoing, with homicide detectives actively seeking answers.
As more details unfold, the community and her loved ones are left grappling with the loss of a vibrant life. Authorities have yet to disclose the cause of death, leaving many questions unanswered in the wake of this tragedy.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.