Man in Naas court over murder in Carbury

The remains of 24-year-old Philip Finnegan from Dublin 8 were discovered partially buried in the scenic Rahin Wood near Carbury which is frequented by dog walkers and joggers.

placeholder image — The remains of 24-year-old Philip Finnegan from Dublin 8 were discovered partially buried in the scenic Rahin Wood near Carbury which is frequented by dog walkers and joggers.

A man in his 30s is expected to appear at Naas District Court this morning, charged in connection with the murder investigation in relation to Philip Finnegan who body was found in Rahin Wood, Co Kildare on September 2 last year.

The remains of 24-year-old Mr Finnegan (pictured from Dublin 8 were discovered partially buried in the scenic area frequented by dog walkers and joggers.

Finnegan from Mary Aikenhead House near St James' Hospital in Dublin wasn't seen since Wednesday, August 10, when he was spotted in Co Kildare with a pal.

Finnegan previously escaped death when a gunman opened fire on him and another man in a drive-by shooting near his home in July 2013.