Gardaí discover body of man, 60s, in 'unexplained circumstances' in Westmeath

A post-mortem examination of the body is expected to take place tomorrow. Picture: Dan Linehan

Gardaí have begun an investigation following the discovery of a man's body in "unexplained circumstances" in Co Westmeath.

The body of a man, aged in his 60s, was discovered by gardaí at a house at Rattin near Milltownpass, shortly after 6pm. He was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.

A Garda spokesperson said that both the Office of the State Pathologist and Garda Technical Bureau have been requested to assist in the investigation.

The spokesperson said that the outcome of a post-mortem examination, expected to be carried out tomorrow, will determine the course of the investigation.