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06 Sept 2025

Investigation launched following discovery of body on grounds of Irish hospital

The discovery was made at University Hospital Limerick late on Thursday night, and the area has been sealed off for a technical examination.

Investigation launched following discovery of body on grounds of Irish  hospital

An area within the grounds of University Hospital Limerick has been sealed off following the find

Gardai have launched an investigation after the body of a man was found on the grounds of one of Ireland's busiest hospitals.

Officers remain at the scene of the discovery, which is located in a grassy area at University Hospital Limerick - close to the helipad.

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The discovery was made late on Thursday night, and the area has been sealed off for a technical examination.

The body is believed to be that of a man, aged in his 40s, and the discovery, it is understood, was made by a member of staff at UHL.

A post-mortem is expected to be carried out to determine the cause of death.

The local coroner has been notified and the results of the post-mortem will determine the course of the garda investigation.

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