Body of man found at Clondalkin recycling centre in west Dublin
Gardaí have launched a criminal investigation following the discovery of a man's body at a recycling facility in Clondalkin, Dublin. While the cause of death remains inconclusive, authorities are treating the case with high priority and seeking information regarding the victim's recent movements.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing safety and security concerns regarding vulnerable populations and industrial waste management sites.
Gardaí have begun a criminal investigation into the death of a man whose body was found at a recycling facility in Dublin last Friday night.
The body of Andrew Haire (35) was discovered at the Greyhound recycling facility in Clondalkin, Dublin 22, shortly after 9pm on Friday.
While homeless people who were sleeping in industrial bins have been found dead in waste and recycling plants in the past, detectives remain open to the possibility Haire’s death may have been suspicious.
The results of a postmortem at the weekend were inconclusive as to the cause of death and gardaí are waiting further results, including toxicology, which may offer more information.
Gardaí have committed the resources of a criminal inquiry to the investigation.
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