Man charged in connection with discovery of man’s body in Co Kerry 

The house, left. where the body of Patrick O’Mahony Snr, right, was found. Pictures: Domnick Walsh/Facebook

A man had been charged by gardaí investigating the discovery of a man’s body in Co Kerry.

Patrick 'Paddy' O’Mahony, a former gun dealer and firearms expert, was found dead at his home in Castlemaine.

On Tuesday, gardaí arrested a man in his 60s, who has since been charged.

The man is due to appear before Tralee District Court on Wednesday at 2pm.

Investigations are ongoing, a garda spokesperson said.

Mr O'Mahony had been a longtime member and commander in the Fórsa Cosanta Áitiúil (FCA) or Army Reserve forces.

A gun enthusiast and expert, he was well-known and well-respected in shooting and hunting circles.

He established 'An Ríocht' Rifle and Pistol Club by his home in Castlemaine in 2007.