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Gardaí have launched an investigation after a body part was washed up on a west Donegal beach on Tuesday.
The limb, believed to be a leg or part of a leg, was found washed up in Gweedore.
It is understood it was spotted by a walker at Bunbeg Beach.
A Garda spokesperson confirmed that searches are now ongoing in the area, which has been cordoned off.
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“Gardaí and the Coast Guard are currently carrying out searches along the coastline following the discovery of human remains on Bunbeg Beach, Donegal, today 18th February 2020,” a Garda spokesperson said.
“A scene is currently in place. Investigations are ongoing.”