Gardaí in Kells have launched an investigation after human remains were found in Co. Meath.
The discovery was made during excavation work at Oristown Bog near Kells on Thursday.
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The remains are that of a man – and were removed to the mortuary at Our Lady’s Hospital, in Navan.
A post-mortem examination has been carried out by the State Pathologist Dr. Cassidy.
Gardai are now awaiting the results of DNA analysis as the process of identifying the deceased continues.
A burnt out shell of a car was also recovered at the scene.
It’s understood the car was reported stolen in the Kells area in 2003.
A technical and forensic examination at the scene has now concluded.
Gardai say their investigation is ongoing.
