Man's body discovered outside Monaghan town

Gardaí were alerted to the incident at 8am

Gardaí in Monaghan are examining all the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a man’s body outside the town earlier today.

Members are currently at the scene in Dunsinare after being alerted to the matter at around 8am.

The man’s body remains at the scene, and will be removed for post-mortem examination shortly. Gardaí say the results of the examination will determine the course of their investigation.

A technical examination of the area is currently being conducted.

Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Monaghan Garda Station on 047 77200; the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111; or any Garda station.