23/01/2009

Man Missing In Cavan

Concern is growing over the whereabouts of a man who has been missing from his home since Tuesday.

Gardai at Belturbet, Co Cavan are growing increasingly anxious to trace the whereabouts of 56-year-old Gerry Higgins who has been missing from home since Tuesday 20th January.

Officers are extremely concerned for the welfare of Gerry as he is in need of medical attention. He is described as being 5’ 7” of thin build, with short grey hair.

When last seen he was wearing a brown leather jacket, coloured scarf, cream coloured trousers and black shoes. Gerry also wears glasses.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Belturbet Garda Station on 049 9522122 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666-111.

(DW/BMcC)

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