06/01/2025
Major Incident Public Portal Open In John George Disappearance
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) is assisting Spanish authorities in their search for a 37-year-old Belfast man who went missing while on holiday.
John George, also known as John Hardy, was reported missing on 18th December. It is understood that he was last in contact with his family in Belfast on 14 December.
The PSNI has been in close contact with the family of the missing man and has appointed dedicated Family Liaison Officers to provide support during this difficult time.
While the investigation is being led by Spanish police, the PSNI has offered assistance and will support any local enquiries as requested. The PSNI have asked anyone who believes they may have information which could assist the Spanish Investigation Team with their investigation to contact us on 101. Any photographs or footage, including CCTV, mobile phone or dash cam footage, can be shared with the Police Service of Northern Ireland through the Major Incident Public Portal at mipp.police.uk/operation/PSNI24T24-PO1 and that information will be forwarded to Spanish Police.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
John George, also known as John Hardy, was reported missing on 18th December. It is understood that he was last in contact with his family in Belfast on 14 December.
The PSNI has been in close contact with the family of the missing man and has appointed dedicated Family Liaison Officers to provide support during this difficult time.
While the investigation is being led by Spanish police, the PSNI has offered assistance and will support any local enquiries as requested. The PSNI have asked anyone who believes they may have information which could assist the Spanish Investigation Team with their investigation to contact us on 101. Any photographs or footage, including CCTV, mobile phone or dash cam footage, can be shared with the Police Service of Northern Ireland through the Major Incident Public Portal at mipp.police.uk/operation/PSNI24T24-PO1 and that information will be forwarded to Spanish Police.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
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