An Garda Síochána are investigating a fire in which one man died on Sunday, 12 August.
The man, who is believed to be in his 70s, has not been publicly named.
The fatal fire occurred at a house in Knocktopher, Co Kilkenny on 12 August 2018. Knocktopher is five miles outside Thomastown.
The fire was discovered at approximately 7pm. A male in his 70s was discovered deceased in the property.
According to a statement from the Gardaí, his body remains at the scene, which has been preserved for a technical examination. The office of the State Pathologist has also been contacted.
No one else was injured in the incident. Anyone who may have been passing the area at the relevant time is asked to contact the Gardaí in Thomastown on 056 7754150.
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