Death probe in Kilkenny city

Gardai are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 24-year-old man in Kilkenny city this morning.

He was found in his home on Pearse Street and despite the best efforts of a neighbour to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead at the scene, The young man had a history of drug use. His body has been removed for a post mortem examination

Gardai at Kilkenny garda station are heading enquiries and information can be given by calling 0567722222