GARDAI are investigating the discovery of a man’s body in a house in Co Cork.
A woman who was injured was treated at the scene in Midleton before being taken to Cork University Hospital this evening.
Shortly after 4pm, gardai responded to a report of an incident at a residential property in Broomfield West in the east Cork market town of Midleton.
They discovered a male, understood to be in his 60s, who was unresponsive despite the efforts of paramedics.
He was pronounced dead at the scene, a short time later.
A female was discovered injured in the house and was rushed by ambulance to Cork University Hospital.
It’s not known at this stage if her injuries are life-threatening.
A spokesperson said: “Gardai in Midleton have commenced an investigation following the discovery of a body in Co Cork on February 24 2025.
“Shortly after 4pm, Gardaí responded to a report of an incident at a residential property in Broomfield West, Midleton, where an adult male (understood to be in his 60s) was found unresponsive.
“He was pronounced deceased at the scene a short time later.
“An adult female who was also present was treated at the scene and transported by ambulance to Cork University Hospital.
“The scene is preserved for forensic examination. The local Coroner has been notified, and a post-mortem examination by the State Pathologist will be arranged.
“The man’s death is currently unexplained, and the post-mortem results will assist Gardaí in determining the course of their investigations.
“No further information is available at this time.”
Gardai in Midleton are appealing for information.
For the latest news on this story keep checking back at the Irish Sun Online, where we will bring you live updates as soon as they happen, before anyone else.
Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/theirishsun, and follow us from our main Twitter account at @IrishSunOnline, where we will bring you this story and all the rest of the top news and exclusives of the day.
TheSun.ie is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.
