It’s expected DNA results will confirm today whether the remains found at a house are those of the Fermoy native who went missing in March 2017.
A man in his 50s who was arrested in connection with the investigation is expected to be charged or released by this evening.
This morning, Tánaiste Micheál Martin said his thoughts and prayers are with Tina's family.
Speaking to RedFM News, local florist Kay Curtin describes the mood in the town
"Last night there was just such a quiet feeling around the town. There wasn't a car passing or anything I think everybody was just talking amongst themselves. I went down myself with a few flowers and there were flowers there already. There was nobody down there, it was so quiet, there was a candle lighting in the window next door it was just all so sad. We feel so sorry for the family"