A man in his 50s has been charged in connection with the investigation into the murder of Tina Satchwell.

It was confirmed earlier that remains found at a house in Youghal in Co Cork are those of the 45-year-old woman.

A man was arrested in Youghal on Thursday morning and was taken to Cobh Garda station for questioning.

A man in his 50s has now been charged and is due to appear before a special sitting of Cashel District Court tomorrow morning.

Tina Satchwell

An extensive and wide-ranging search began back in March 2017 when Ms Satchwell was first reported missing.

On Tuesday, her missing person's case was upgraded to a murder investigation and a man was arrested.

Officers then used mini-diggers and jack hammers as part of a comprehensive search of a house and garden in Youghal.

It was confirmed on Thursday that human remains had been uncovered in the house.

Additional reporting: Jamie O'Hara 

Main image: A splitscreen showing Tina Satchwell and Gardaí investigating her murder at a house in Cork.