Gardaí launch investigation after man's body found at vacant property in Donegal

Gardai have launched an investigation following the discovery of a man’s body in Donegal on Wednesday.

The body was found at a vacant property at Dundrain, Burnfoot at around 2.30pm on Wednesday.

An Garda Siochana say they are investigating “all of the circumstances surrounding the death” of the adult male, who has not yet been identified.

The probe is being led by officers from Buncrana Garda Station.

The man’s body has been removed to the mortuary at University Hospital Letterkenny for a post-mortem examination.

The office of the State Pathologist and the local coroner, Dr Denis McCauley, have been notified.

The scene remains preserved for technical and forensic examination. The results of the post-mortem will assist Gardaí in determining the course of their investigations.

A Garda spokesperson said: “Anyone with information is asked to contact Buncrana Garda Station  074- 49320540 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.”