Offaly murder victim suffered gunshot wounds

Gardai in Tullamore, investigating the murder of Christy Daly at Bog Road, Killbride, Clara, County Offaly and the discovery of his body on January 7 have confirmed that he suffered a number gunshot wounds.

Gardai are appealing for anyone who may have heards gunshots in the vicinity of Bog Rd, Kilbride, Clara, Co Offaly between Sunday, December 29 and Tuesday January 7, but in particular December 29 and 30, to contact them at Tullamore Garda station.

The body of the 47-year-old was found at 8.45am in a drain close to a burned out caravan where it is believed the victim was living.