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A much loved Cork musician has been named locally as the person found dead in his Bishopstown home on New Years Day.
Reuben Lynch was found by his family at the residence on Curraheen Drive shortly after 4 p.m.
Gardaí is currently investigating the unexplained death.
The state pathologist was called in to conduct an autopsy today, the results of which will determine the course of the Garda investigation.
Reuben, who was 40, played with his father and brother in the well-known Cork band, The Lynch Mob.
Tributes flooded social media last night, describing Rueben as a “smart, gentle and beautiful human”, “a charming guy”, “such a guy”, an “absolute gentleman” and “a hidden gem among the masses.”
My beautiful brother Reuben RIP https://t.co/qHleymvi09
– Maeve Lynch (@Maeve_Lynch) January 2, 2021
His family alerted Gardaí after discovering his body yesterday.
He was pronounced dead at the scene and his body was taken to the Cork University Hospital morgue.
Two fantastic musicians and friends left too soon … this photo was taken after a song compilation session at The Pav. Thank you Liam Reilly and Reuben Lynch for sharing your passion with us. https://t.co/PMi2zd75cT
– SongCollectorSession (@TheSCSessions) January 2, 2021
An autopsy is expected this morning that may shed light on the cause of death and if any suspicious circumstances surround it.
The scene was preserved for examination by local crime scene officers last night.
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