Cork man's body is identified

The man's body that was found in the grounds of Blackrock Castle in Cork city has been identified.

He was 27-year-old Derek O'Connell from 3 Ascension Heights in Knocknaheeny in the city.

Mr O'Connell's body was discovered just before 7pm last night.

The Assistant State pathologist, Marie Cassidy, is due to carry out a post mortem later today.

Gardai are treating the death as suspicious.

Gardai in Anglesea street station are appealing for information to be given at 021-4522000.