Gardaí investigating after body of man found in Mallow

Gardaí are currently investigating after the body of an unidentified man was discovered in Ballyellis, in Mallow on Thursday.

The man's body was discovered yesterday at about 1.30pm.

The body has not yet been removed from the scene, and garda forensic technicians are conducting their forensic investigation.

A post-mortem examination is to be arranged, and An Garda Síochána said that the results will assist in determining the course of its investigation.

An incident room has been established at Mallow Garda Station.

Gardaí are remaining tight-lipped and said they are not in a position to provide any further information at this time.