Ireland

Body parts found in a bag in north Dublin

Gardai are currently examining the scene, which has been sealed off.
Gardai are currently examining the scene, which has been sealed off. Gardai are currently examining the scene, which has been sealed off.

Gardai have launched an investigation following the discovery of human body parts in north Dublin.

The alarm was raised shortly before 10pm when human limbs were found in a bag outside houses at the junction of Moatview Gardens and Moatview Drive in Coolock.

Dublin City Coroner has been notified and the State pathologist is expected to visit the scene later on Tuesday.

Crime officers are currently examining the scene, which has been sealed off.

Investigations are continuing.