The body of a man in his twenties was discovered in a Dublin park this morning.

The deceased was found around 6.30am in Butler Park, Tallaght, Dublin 24. It's understood that the circumstances surrounding the young man's death are considered suspicious.

Gardaí have sealed off the area while the Garda Technical Bureau examine the scene of the crime, according to Independent.ie.

Gardaí are asking any members of the public with information about this death to please contact Tallaght Garda Station at 01 666 6000.