Major search operation in Longford this morning to help locate missing Drumlish man

A major search party, led by Gardaí, Civil Defence and community volunteers, are continuing their search for a missing man from Drumlish this morning (Wednesday, May 15).

Peter Bohan (79) was last seen on Sunday last, shortly before 1 pm.

The Garda air support unit and civil defence personnel have also been involved in the extensive search for the missing man.

This morning's search is starting at John P Manning's yard in Drumlish Eircode N39F862. "Volunteers are asked to be there at 9.15am for briefing and to set off at 9.30am. Wellingtons or waterproof footwear and stick are advised. All help will be greatly appreciated thank you."

Yesterday afternoon, (Tuesday, May 14), gardaí released video footage of the last time Mr Bohan was seen leaving his home in Drumlish.

The footage released by gardaí shows Peter leaving his home on the day he went missing. 

The short clip is now being circulated widely across social media in the hopes he might be found.

WATCH: Gardaí share heartbreaking footage of last time missing Longford man was seen

A Garda spokesperson said, “We are seeking your help in tracing the whereabouts of 79-year-old Peter Bohan who was last seen in Drumlish, Co. Longford shortly before 1pm on Sunday.

"Peter is described as being approximately 5 foot 9 inches in height with a slim build, brown/grey hair and blue eyes.

"When last seen, Peter was wearing this knitted jumper, dark trousers and a dark baseball cap with a red peak.”

Anyone with any information on Peter’s whereabouts is asked to contact Longford Garda Station at 043 33 50570, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.