Donabate Remains Post-Mortem: Investigation Underway
- Forensic examination continues at a site in North County Dublin where skeletal remains believed to be those of Daniel Aruebose, missing as approximately 2021, were discovered.
- Irish police (Gardaí) are conducting a forensic examination on open ground in North County Dublin following the discovery of human skeletal remains.
- The search began two weeks prior, prompted by information suggesting Daniel had died of natural causes and was secretly buried at the Donabate site on Portrane Road.
Remains Found in Dublin Identified as Missing Toddler, Daniel Aruebose
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Forensic examination continues at a site in North County Dublin where skeletal remains believed to be those of Daniel Aruebose, missing as approximately 2021, were discovered.
What Happened?
Irish police (Gardaí) are conducting a forensic examination on open ground in North County Dublin following the discovery of human skeletal remains.
The remains are believed to be those of Daniel Aruebose, a child who went missing over four years ago, around 2021, when he was approximately three years old.
The search began two weeks prior, prompted by information suggesting Daniel had died of natural causes and was secretly buried at the Donabate site on Portrane Road.
The remains, along with some clothing, were discovered on September 16, 2025, and remained at the scene overnight pending further examination.
Examination Details and Public Appeal
Gardaí are urging the public not to make assumptions about what investigators already know regarding the case.
They released a photograph of Daniel in an effort to gather more information about his life and the circumstances surrounding his death.
Authorities have also cautioned against the spread of misinformation, particularly on social media, and are requesting that individuals verify information from reputable sources.
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Approximately 2021 | Daniel Aruebose goes missing at approximately three years old. |
| September 16, 2025 | Skeletal remains and clothing discovered at a site on Portrane Road, Donabate. |
| September 17, 2025 | Forensic examination resumes at the site; remains expected to be removed for a post-mortem examination. |