Historical human remains discovered in Clones

Historical human remains have been found along the Ulster Canal greenway in Co Monaghan.

Gardaí say they were alerted to historical human remains that were located by a member of the public at the Clones Marina.

The discovery was located yesterday evening at approximately 5pm. Gardaí attended the scene and located a human skull on the embankment. It will now be forwarded to a Forensic Anthropologist for examination. Local Gardai say investigations are ongoing.