Gardaí are investigating after a skull and bones were found at a recycling plant in County Wicklow.

The discovery was made at a facility in Bray today.

The remains are set to be examined by a forensic anthropologist to determine their origin.

A Garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí in Bray Co Wicklow were called to a recycling plant in Bray today where a skull and bones were discovered.

“The items will now be examined. Investigations are continuing.”