Investigation launched after skeletal remains found in Cavan prison

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Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances following the discovery of skeletal remains inside an area of Loughran House prison in Co Cavan on Thursday.

The discovery was made at a building site on the prison grounds at 4:30 pm on Thursday.

The scene is currently preserved for a forensic and technical examination, a Garda spokesperson said.

The Coroner’s Office has been notified, and investigations are ongoing.

Loughran House is an open, low-security prison for men aged 18 years and over who are regarded as requiring lower levels of security.