01/08/2014
Human Leg Found At Dublin Recycling Plant
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a human leg at a Dublin recycling plant.
The limb was found by an employee at Thorntons Recycling Centre on the Killeen Road, Ballyfermot at about 23:40 on Thursday night.
The scene has been sealed off to allow for a forensic examination, which is due to take place today.
(MH/CD)
The limb was found by an employee at Thorntons Recycling Centre on the Killeen Road, Ballyfermot at about 23:40 on Thursday night.
The scene has been sealed off to allow for a forensic examination, which is due to take place today.
(MH/CD)
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