Investigation launched after body discovered in 'unexplained circumstances' in Sligo

The scene is preserved and a technical examination is being conducted by the Garda Technical Bureau. File photo

Gardaí are investigating the discovery of a body in unexplained circumstances on Monday evening in Sligo.

At around 8.30pm, gardaí were alerted to the discovery of the body of a man at a house in the Cartron area.

The body of the man, aged in his 30s, remains at the scene this evening.

The scene is preserved and a technical examination is being conducted by the Garda Technical Bureau.

The State Pathologist has also been informed.

Gardaí said that the results of a post mortem will determine the course of the investigation.