Remains of up to five people were among the discovery made on a north Dublin building site yesterday.
The shocking discovery in Clonshaugh was made when a group of construction workers were digging up the ground. Animal bones were also discovered which has led to the belief that it could have been an ancient burial site.
While gardai have said they are looking at all circumstances, it is believed that bones are not related to any ongoing investigations. The bones are understood to be historic. The Office of the State Anthropologist was alerted and will visit the scene.