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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
Ryan Smith

Co Down harbour sealed off after human remains found

A harbour in Co Down has been sealed off after male human remains were found.

Police are at the scene at Portavogie Harbour on Tuesday morning.

A spokesman said: "Police are currently at Portavogie Harbour following the discovery of human remains at sea.

"Efforts are underway to establish the identity and a cause of death for the deceased. There are no further details at present."

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Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong said: "Please avoid the harbour area of Portavogie to allow PSNI and other services to deal with last night’s incident."

DUP Councillor Robert Adair added: "Can I ask the public to avoid Portavogie Harbour area to allow the police and other services privacy and dignity to deal with an ongoing incident in the area.

"Please can I ask for your cooperation and respect at this time."

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