An investigation has been launched after human body parts were discovered in a bag in a north Dublin housing estate.
The grim discovery was made shortly before 10pm last night at the junction of Moatview Gardens and Drive in Coolock.
The scene was sealed off as a forensic team arrived to examine the limbs, which are believed to be arms and legs.
It's understood the gruesome discovery was made by some youths in the area.
A garda spokesman said: "Gardaí in Coolock have commenced an investigation following the discovery of human body parts in Dublin.
"The alarm was raised shortly before 10pm when what are understood to be human limbs were found in a bag outside houses at the junction of Moatview Gardens and Drive.
"The Dublin City Coroner has been notified and the services of the State Pathologist have been requested.
"Local scenes of crime officers are currently examining the scene which has been sealed off. Investigations are ongoing."
