Gardaí investigate discovery of man’s body in Drogheda

The body of a man aged in his 30s was found on Wednesday night.
Gardaí investigate discovery of man’s body in Drogheda

By Gráinne Ní Aodha, PA

An investigation has been launched into the discovery of a man’s body in Drogheda, Co Louth.

Gardaí were called to a location in Greenhills at around 9pm on Wednesday, where the body of a man – aged in his 30s – was found.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The area has been preserved pending an examination by local Scenes of Crime Unit. Both the State Pathologist and local Coroner have been notified.

The results of the post-mortem examination will guide the direction of the investigation, gardaí said.

More in this section

What the papers say: Wednesday's front pages What the papers say: Wednesday's front pages
Irish Youth Justice Service respond 'Major concerns': Girl (16) repeatedly missing from care was dealing crack on O'Connell Street
Carbon tax increase will be under ‘further consideration’ in Budget Carbon tax increase will be under ‘further consideration’ in Budget

Sponsored Content

AF The College Green Hotel Dublin March 2026 The College Green Hotel: A refined address in the heart of Dublin
SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation
Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future
Contact Us Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited

Add Echolive.ie to your home screen - easy access to Cork news, views, sport and more