Gardaí appeal for witnesses after discovery of man's body in Dublin's Grand Canal

Eva Osborne

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following the discovery of the body of an unidentified male in the Grand Canal at Coolscuddan, Newcastle, Co Dublin on Saturday morning.

The man’s body has been removed from the scene and taken to Dublin City Mortuary.

A post-mortem examination took place on Saturday, gardaí said.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the area, particularly those who were walking or cycling, between the 12th Lock, Lucan and Hazelhatch Bridge, Co Dublin between Thursday and Saturday to come forward.

Any road users who were travelling in the area at the time and who may have camera footage, including dash-cam, are asked to make this available to gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Clondalkin Garda Station on 01 6667600, the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.