Liam Farrell, 87, was found dead at the back of his house in Rooskey almost five years ago.

ESB is working with Uisce Éireann to restore supply in the affected areas.

It's after the devastation caused by Storm Darragh yesterday morning.

ESB crews are working to restore electricity to homes throughout Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon.

Gardaí have confirmed they're investigating the incident which occurred at a service station on the Boyle Road in Carrick-on-Shannon.

They've also made an appeal for information in relation to a number of damaged polytunnels at the Loughallen Education Centre in Drumshanbo.

A status yellow wind warning has been issued for six counties including Leitrim from this afternoon, followed by an orange warning on Friday and Saturday.

CSO figures show there has been a sharp drop in the number of these animals across the board.