Body of man found in Co Cork river

The body of an elderly man was found this morning in a river in Co Cork.

The body of an elderly man was found this morning in a river in Co Cork.

The discovery was made in Tramore River, near Douglas, shortly after 8am.

The area has been cordoned and officers are due to begin a technical examination.

A Garda spokesman said the death is not believed to be suspicious.

"The man's body will be removed to Cork University Hospital later today where  a post mortem will be carried out," he added.

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