Thousands attending Michaela's funeral

The funeral of Michaela McAreavey, who was murdered last Monday in Mauritius, is taking place in Co Tyrone.

Thousands attending Michaela's funeral

The funeral of Michaela McAreavey, who was murdered last Monday in Mauritius, is taking place in Co Tyrone.

Thousands of people have turned out for the mass which began at 12.30pm at St Malachy's Church in Ballymacilroy just outside Ballygawley.

It is the same church where the 27-year-old married John McAreavey on December 30.

The President Mary McAleese is among the dignitaries attending the funeral which is being presided over by the Primate of All Ireland, Cardinal Sean Brady.

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