RIP: Shock as body of homeless man is found in recycling unit as investigation opens
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The body of a 35-year-old man believed to be homeless was found in a recycling facility last Friday
The body of a man has been found at a recycling facility in Dublin and has been identified as a 35-year-old man.
Gardai are investigating all of the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body of 35-year-old Andrew Haire.
His body was discovered at a recycling facility in Clondalkin, Dublin 22, on Friday 24th July 2026 shortly after 9pm.
The Office of the Chief State Pathologist and the Garda National Technical Bureau were notified and the body of Mr. Haire was removed from the scene.
A post-mortem examination has since been conducted on Saturday 25th July 2026. The results of which will not be released for operational reasons.
A garda investigation has commenced under a Senior Investigating Officer, with an Incident Room established at Lucan Garda Station.
A Family Liaison Officer has been appointed to assist the family of the deceased.
Mr. Haire had been availing of welfare and homeless services in the Dublin and Cork city centres in the recent past.
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in establishing the movements of Mr. Haire between Friday 17th July and Friday 24th July 2026.
It is believed that Mr. Haire was in Dublin, Kilkenny and Cork city centres during this time.
It is requested that anybody who knew or interacted with Mr. Haire during this time or has any information which may be of assistance to this investigation to contact Ronanstown Garda Station on 01-666 7700, or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.