Mallow community shocked by discovery of man whose body may have lain in house for 20 years
The body, discovered in the derelict house in Mallow around midday, is believed to have been there for at least 20 years. Picture: Denis Minihane.
Gardaí are investigating following the discovery of a body in a boarded-up house in Co Cork yesterday.
The body, discovered in the derelict house in Mallow around 12pm, is believed to have been there for at least 20 years.
Staff from Cork County Council alerted gardaí after discovering the man's remains in a bed during a cleanout of the property on Beecher St.
The remains have now been moved to the morgue at Cork University Hospital. Gardaí are hoping that an autopsy by the State pathologist, along with dental records, will reveal the identity of the man.
Food found in the man's fridge dated back as far as 2001, the reports.
However, locals believed that the man had moved to the UK some time ago.
Local Labour councillor James Kennedy said the local community is in shock following the news.
"A lovely man, I've been told. He liked his own company but a really, really nice person," he said.
"As far as I know, he had told people that he was going to England. It's very tragic, god rest his soul. He is at peace now."
Speaking with people in Mallow today, Mr Kennedy said the community wished to express their condolences to anyone who knew the man and to any family members he may have.
He said there is no doubt that the local community will band together to ensure that when he is laid to rest it will be with the care and respect he deserves.
According to Gardaí, the scene has been preserved.
A Garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a body in a house in Mallow, Co Cork, at approximately 12pm on January 13, 2023.
"The scene has been preserved. Enquiries are ongoing."
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