Murder probe launched into death of 61-year-old man found in Cork home

A murder investigation has been launched into the death of Michael Foley in Co Cork.

The 61-year-old was found dead in his home in Macroom on Tuesday afternoon.

A post-mortem examination was completed on Wednesday evening by State pathologist Dr Margot Bolster at Cork University Hospital.

Gardai said the results of the post-mortem are not being released for operational reasons.

The scene continued to be examined on Wednesday evening.

The probe is being led by a Senior Investigating Officer and a Garda officer has been appointed to liaise with the dead man’s family.

Gardai are appealing to those who may have recently spoken to Michael Foley to come forward.

Anyone with any information that could assist the investigation are being asked to contact Macroom Garda Station on 026 20590, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.