Gardaí are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a man's body in west Co Dublin tonight.
The body was discovered by walkers in a wooded area near Slade Valley Golf Club in Brittas at about 8.30pm.
The man is believed to be in his 30s.
A Garda spokesman said the area had been sealed off for examination.
He said a doctor and a pathologist were expected at the scene to examine the body shortly.
Gardaí are awaiting to determine the man's cause of death before proceeding with their investigation.
They will also attempt to establish if the man is in any way connected to a car found close to the scene.
