Garda investigation launched after body discovered in Limerick

LIMERICK gardai have launched an investigation after the discovery of a man's body in a house.

The man, aged in his 60s, was found deceased on Saturday morning.

A garda spokesperson said gardaí in Mayorstone Park are investigating all the circumstances in relation to the discovery of a male body, aged in his 60s, at a residence on Old Cratloe Road, Limerick city on Saturday morning at approximately 8.30am.

"The scene is preserved to allow for a forensic and technical examination by the Garda Technical Bureau.

"The body of the man has been removed from the scene to the mortuary at University Hospital Limerick. A post-mortem examination will be conducted which will determine the course of the investigation," said the garda spokesperson.

The Irish Independent is reporting that it is believed the man lay undiscovered inside the property for a considerable period of time.

Separately, gardai in Henry Street are investigating all the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a body in Steamboat Quay Car Park, Limerick city in the early hours of Friday morning.