A north Dublin building site has been sealed off by gardai after skeletal remains were found there this morning.
The discovery was made at the site in Clonshaugh, Dublin 17. Dublin Live understands the remains appear to be historic and are not believed to be related to any ongoing investigations.
Examinations are set to take place with the office of the State Anthropologist contacted to attend the scene. Gardai have said the outcome of these examinations will determine how the investigation will go.
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A garda spokeswoman told Dublin Live: "Gardai are investigating all the circumstances following the discovery of skeletal remains at a building site in Clonshaugh, Dublin 17, this morning 19th April 2023. Gardai have sealed off the area to allow for a technical examination. Office of the State Anthropologist has been requested to attend the scene. The outcome of the examinations will determine the course of the investigation."
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