Skeletal remains discovered in investigation into murder of teenager

You are viewing content from Q Newry and Mourne 100.5. Would you like to make this your preferred location?

Thursday, 11 March 2021 19:08

Q Radio News/PA

Partial skeletal remains have been discovered by gardai investigating the murder of a teenager in January 2020.

Detectives in Drogheda ordered searches in an outdoor area close to Rathmullen Park in the town on Wednesday morning.

A Garda statement said: “This afternoon, Thursday 11th March 2021, gardai have discovered partial skeletal remains.

“The Garda Technical Bureau, are at the scene as part of the ongoing operation.

“The search area remains sealed off and the searches are ongoing.”

Dozens of gardai took part in the search.

Legal reasons prevent the naming of the victim.

Comments

Display Name *

Location *

Email Address *

Comment *

Rating *

I have read and agreed to the privacy policy and terms & conditions *

Sign up for the Thank Q Club and receive exclusive offers, fun competitions and amazing prizes - it's quick and easy to do!

Download the Q Radio app to keep listening, wherever you are! It's available on Apple and Android devices.

Download from the App Store Download from Google Play