29/04/2016

Garda Investigating Infant's Death In 1970s Searching Property In South Dublin

Gardaí have begun a search of a house in south Dublin in connection with an investigation into the death of a new born infant in the 1970s.

It is understood that officers investigating the case executed a search warrant on Thursday evening.

Garda said expect the search to last two to three weeks. The result of the search will determine the future direction of the investigation.

Further information on the case is expected to be released following the conclusion of the garda operation.

(MH/CD)

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