Tragic news as body of missing kinnegad man has been recovered

The body of the missing 51-year-old, Michael Dillon from Kinnegad, was recovered from the River Boyne near Castlerickard at approximately 12.45pm yesterday, Monday.

Mr Dillon was reported missing from his home in Harristown, Kinnegad, on Monday January 5, since when an extensive search, involving members of An Garda Síochána attached to Trim and the Meath and Boyne River Rescue, has been taking place.

Sgt Tom Roche, speaking on behalf of the family, thanked all those who volunteered during the search including friends and neighbours, members of the Civil Defence, OPW and the Coastal Guard.