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Gardaí launch homicide investigation into Daniel Aruebose
Gardaí confirmed toddler Daniel Aruebose’s remains by DNA and launched a homicide investigation after they were found on wasteland in Donabate on Sept 17.
- Updated Thursday, 11 Dec 2025, An Garda Síochána has commenced a homicide investigation after DNA confirmed the remains were those of Daniel Michael Aruebose.
- The search, which began on September 1, involved cadaver dogs and two mechanical diggers after Daniel’s parents, Maria Aruebose and Ciaran Dirrane, pointed out the plot in Donabate, north County Dublin.
- Investigators believe Daniel died more than four years ago and initial post‑mortem results were inconclusive, with Maria Aruebose giving differing accounts including attempts to revive him and secretly burying him after his death at The Gallery, Donabate.
- Gardaí are appealing for information and have provided contact numbers 01 666 4700 and 1800 666 111; all contact will be treated confidentially and no arrests have been made.
- Tomorrow, December 12, would have been Daniel's eighth birthday, and Gardaí warned against sharing unverified social media content while urging all details to be reported to the investigation team.
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