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22/05/2012
Body Found At Disused Building In Waterford
Gardai in Waterford city are investigating following the discovery of a man’s body in the city.
The body was found at approximately 6pm yesterday by some youths in the area around a disused building at the top of New Street.
It is understood the man, who was in his 20s, was lying on his side on the ground. Gardaí believe he may have fallen from the roof of the building, or that he may have been the victim of an assault.
The scene is currently sealed off pending a full forensic examination and the State Pathologist's office has been notified.
A post mortem will be carried out later today.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Waterford Garda Station on 051 305300.
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The body was found at approximately 6pm yesterday by some youths in the area around a disused building at the top of New Street.
It is understood the man, who was in his 20s, was lying on his side on the ground. Gardaí believe he may have fallen from the roof of the building, or that he may have been the victim of an assault.
The scene is currently sealed off pending a full forensic examination and the State Pathologist's office has been notified.
A post mortem will be carried out later today.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Waterford Garda Station on 051 305300.
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