A MISSING persons appeal has been launched for a teenager in Co Laois amid garda concerns for his welfare.
Calum Kavanagh was reported missing from Ballylinan in Co Laois on Tuesday – when temperatures across the country dropped to freezing.
Calum Kavanagh has been missing from Co Laois since Tuesday[/caption]
Gardai have since launched a search for the young boy and issued a major appeal to the public for help in locating him.
The 15-year-old is described as being 5 ft 10 inches in height with brown hair and brown eyes.
He was wearing a black jacket, grey tracksuit and grey runners when last seen.
Gardai have said they are concerned for Calum’s welfare.
Anyone with information has been urged to come forward.
A spokesperson said: “Gardai are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Calum Kavanagh who is reported missing from Ballylinan, Co Laois, since Tuesday, November 19.
“Calum is described as being approximately 5 foot 10 inches in height with a slim build, brown hair and brown eyes.
“When last seen, Calum was wearing a black jacket, grey tracksuit and grey runners.
“Gardai are concerned for his welfare.
“Anyone with any information on Calum’s whereabouts is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 867 4100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.”
Meanwhile, Gardai have renewed an appeal for a second missing teen who was last seen almost a week ago.
Gardai are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Chloe McDonagh.
A Garda spokesperson said: “Gardai are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Chloe McDonagh who is missing from Navan, Co Meath since Tuesday, November 19.
“Chloe is described as being approximately 5 feet 5 inches in height, with a slim build. She has long blonde hair and blue eyes.
“It is unknown what Chloe was wearing when she went missing.
“Gardai are concerned for her welfare.
“Anyone with any information on Chloe’s whereabouts is asked to contact Navan Garda Station on 046 903 6100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.”
