Garda investigation launched following discovery of body

A garda investigation is underway after the discovery of a man's body earlier on Tuesday. 

Gardaí say they are investigating all of the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body in Dublin 8 on Tuesday afternoon, 27th February 2024.

Gardaí were called to a residence near Herberton Park earlier this afternoon, where the body of a man in his 60s was discovered. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Currently, the scene is preserved for examination by local scenes of crime officers. Both the State Pathologist and local Coroner have been notified.

Gardaí say the results of a post-mortem examination will guide the direction of the garda investigation.

A garda spokesperson said no further information is available at this time.