11/08/2015

Police Launch Appeal For Missing Man

Police are becoming increasingly concerned for missing man Declan Mawhinney.

Mr Mawhinney, 46, was last seen in Letterkenny on Saturday at approximately 11.40pm.

A missing person appeal has been launched by the police and his family.

Inspector Gibson said: "Mr Mawhinney is described as being approximately 5'6" tall, of heavy build and has short dark brown hair.

"He is believed to be wearing a blue shirt, blue jeans, black jacket and black shoes.

"I would ask Declan, or anyone who knows of his whereabouts, to contact police on the non-emergency number 101."

(CD/JP)

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