Gardai launch investigation after skeletal human remains found at building site
Sources have told The Mirror that the find was made at a building site in west Dublin earlier this morning.
It is understood two sets of skeletal remains were uncovered at the site close to Clondalkin Fonthill train station. The area has now been sealed off and gardai are at the scene.
Sources said officers believe the remains are historical. They said they believed the area was an ancient Christian burial ground. Sources stressed officers do not believe the find is related to any missing person's investigation.
Gardai confirmed the find in a statement to the Mirror.
A spokesman said: 'Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances following the discovery of skeletal remains at a building site at Seven Mills, Dublin 22, this morning, Wednesday 23rd July 2025.
"The Coroner's Office will be notified and investigations are ongoing."
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