Case No. 1257Death (under investigation) · Co. Dublin · 23 Jul 2025
Gardaí investigate skeletal remains found at Dublin building site
Two sets of skeletal human remains were discovered at a building site at Seven Mills, Dublin 22, on 23 July 2025. Gardaí believe the remains are historical and that the area was an ancient Christian burial ground, and the Coroner's Office has been notified.
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Key facts
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- whatTwo sets of skeletal remains were uncovered at the site. (irishmirror.ie)
- whereThe remains were found at a building site at Seven Mills, Dublin 22. (irishmirror.ie)
- whereThe site is close to Clondalkin Fonthill train station in the Fonthill area of west Dublin. (irishmirror.ie)
- whenThe remains were found on Wednesday 23 July 2025. (irishmirror.ie)
- investigationThe area has been sealed off and Gardaí are at the scene. (irishmirror.ie)
- otherGardaí believe the remains are historical. (irishmirror.ie)
- otherOfficers believe the area was an ancient Christian burial ground. (irishmirror.ie)
- otherOfficers do not believe the find is related to any missing person's investigation. (irishmirror.ie)
The reporting
newest first- 23 Jul2025Gardai launch investigation after skeletal human remains found at building site
Initial report of the discovery of two sets of skeletal remains at a building site in Fonthill, Dublin 22, with Gardaí investigation launched and the area sealed off.