08/03/2012

Two Bodies Found In Burning Car

Two bodies have been discovered in a burning car in Dundalk at about 11.15pm last night.

The Fire Services were called to extinguish a fire in a care at Ravensdale Park, when the bodies were found.

The car was extensively damaged and Gardai in Dundalk are currently investigating the circumstances.

The scene is currently preserved pending a Garda Technical examination and the office of the State Pathologists have also been notified.

(CD)

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