Gardaí have sealed off a scene in Cork city centre after the body of a man was discovered. 

At approximately 12 midday Gardaí received a report regarding a man’s body on Parnell Place in Cork city.

An investigation is currently underway to establish the circumstances of the death. 

In a statement Gardaí said:

"Gardaí are currently at the scene which has been preserved. 

"The man, age unknown at present, was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Gardaí are currently trying to establish the circumstances of this incident and no further details are available at present."