16/10/2026

Body Of Unidentified Man Discovered In Mallow, Co Cork

Gardaí are attending the scene in Ballyellis, Mallow, Co Cork, where the body of an unidentified adult man was discovered on Thursday, 15 October 2026.

The discovery was made at approximately 1.30pm.

The body remains at the location, which has been sealed off for forensic examination.

A post-mortem will be arranged, and its results will help determine the direction of the Garda investigation.
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An incident room has been established at Mallow Garda Station.

Enquiries are ongoing.

An Garda Síochána says it cannot provide further information at this early stage.

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