Dublin, Ireland – In a chilling update to the case of Daniel Aruebose, the three-year-old boy who vanished four years ago and whose remains were recently discovered buried in Donabate, police have now announced that they have identified a primary suspect.
Authorities have not released the name publicly but confirmed that the individual is known to Daniel’s family and had been living in the area at the time of the boy’s disappearance. Gardaí stressed that this is still an active investigation, and no charges have been filed yet.
“We have identified a person of significant interest in this case,” a police spokesperson said. “At this stage, we are gathering further evidence and will continue to speak with witnesses before making any formal decisions.”
Investigators are continuing door-to-door inquiries and reviewing timelines from 2021, when Daniel was last seen. Forensic specialists are also completing DNA testing to formally confirm that the skeletal remains are indeed Daniel’s.
Neighbors say the news has left the community both saddened and uneasy. “We’ve been waiting for answers for years. Now we just hope the truth finally comes out,” one resident told reporters.
Police have urged the public to remain patient as the investigation unfolds, emphasizing that their priority is to ensure justice is done carefully and thoroughly.