06/04/2017

Searches Continue For Gerard Conway

The PSNI have launched another search following the disappearance of Gerard Conway over 10 years ago.

Mr Conway was last seen in the Cookstown area in January 2007.

Despite extensive enquiries by police over a number of years, there are no clues to his whereabouts.

Police began their search in the Clare Lane area of Cookstown on Thursday, 06 April.

Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Talbot, said: "As part of the search operation we have deployed specialist resources including police search teams and victim recovery dogs. Other equipment and experts are available, if required.

"Anyone with information about Gerard’s disappearance no matter how small, is asked to contact the police by calling 101. Alternatively, people can provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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