Bid to identify man after torso found in Grand Canal

Forensic tests are being carried out to identify a man — described only as white and fairly large-framed — whose torso was found in a suitcase at a rural spot on the Grand Canal.

Searches were continuing yesterday in the waters near the Co Kildare village of Ardclough to locate any other remains or evidence.

Gardaí are satisfied the man was murdered in recent days — and, contrary to some initial reports, do not believe it is Barry Corcoran, who has been missing since last July.