25/07/2016

Garda Investigating 2004 Disappearance Of Patrick Lawlor Begin Search Operation

Garda investigating the 2004 disappearance of Patrick Lawlor have begun a search operation at a derelict site in Dublin.

Mr Lawlor has not been seen since around 6.30am, on the morning of 16 December, 2004, when he left his home in Darndale, Coolock, Dublin.

It is understood that Garda investigating Mr Lawlor's disappearance began a search operation at the Belcamp House on the R139, which leads from the M1 to the Malahide Road, this morning, 25 July. Garda have said that the results of the search will determine the future course of their investigation.

Gardaí also renewed their appeal for anyone with information on Mr Lawlor's disappearance to contact Coolock Garda Station on 01-6664200 or the Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1-800-666-111 or any Garda Station.

(MH/LM)

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