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David Kent

Gardai launch probe as body of man in his 60s discovered in 'unexplained circumstances' in Dublin

Gardaí have launched a probe after the body of a man was discovered in "unexplained circumstances".

The body of a man in his 60s was discovered in Balbriggan on Wednesday afternoon at a domestic residence.

The scene is currently sealed off and the Garda Technical Bureau is set to conduct an examination of the area.

The State Pathologist has been informed of the incident.

No further information is available at this moment in time.

A Garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí are investigating the discovery of a body of a man in unexplained circumstances in North Co. Dublin this afternoon, Wednesday 24th November 2021.

"Gardaí attended a domestic residence in Balbriggan where the body of a man in his 60s was discovered.

"The scene is currently preserved and a technical examination is to be carried out by the Garda Technical Bureau. The office of the State Pathologist has been notified.

"No additional information is available at this time."

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