Major investigation launched in Cork city after body found in house

The body of a man has been discovered at a house in Cork city.
It is believed he may have sustained severe injuries prior to his death and may have been dead for some time.

The discovery was made this afternoon at a property off the Boreenmana Road, just two kilometres from Cork city centre.
Gardaí have launched a major investigation.

The State Pathologist has been informed and a post mortem examination is scheduled to take place tomorrow.