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Missing Person – John Keaveney, Cork City

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The Gardaí at Anglesea Street are investigating the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of 43 year-old John Keaveney. John who lives in the Drumcondra area of Dublin, was taking a holiday break at Castlemartyr, Co. Cork, with his wife Adrienne and three Daughters at the time of his disappearance.

On Friday August 18th John was admitted to Cork University Hospital, suffering from epilepsy. He subsequently discharged himself on Sunday August 20th and may have presented somewhat disorientated.

Crimecall interviewed John’s uncle Cathal who spoke emotionally about him and the upset felt by his wife Adrienne and family. Cathal thanked everyone for their continued support and assistance so far with the search effort to locate John.

Gardaí at Anglesea street have worked extensively with their colleagues throughout the city and have tracked John’s movements establishing the final confirmed sighting to be at the Marina filling station roundabout – Center park road - (1.19am ) .

Gardaí believe that John may have continued out the Center Parks Road in the direction of Pairc Ui Chaoimh / Marina markets Commercial park – (1.45 am). (CCTV at these location capture a person walking away from the City)

Searches:

Extensive investigation across Cork City including both Land and Water searches concentrated at the Marina / Pairc Ui Chaoimh areas. Huge commitment involving John’s family /Mallow Search and Rescue / Cork Missing Persons Group/Garda Air Support and Water Unit.

Garda Appeal:

  • Did you see or speak to John in the Cork City area on Sunday August 20th into Monday 21st?
  • Do you know where John went after he is last seen heading in the direction of Pairc Ui Chaoimh /Marina area at 1.45am on the 21st?  
  • John’s photo and description may be of assistance to you?
  • Have you discovered clothing similar to those worn by John?
  • Have you found an IPhone SE (Black) similar to the one John owned?
  • Please report any piece of information that may progress the investigation.

Description of Missing person John Keaveney:

  • 43 years
  • Height 5 9”
  • Medium Build
  • Grey Hair – balding

Clothing:

  • Grey Umbro top with FAI logo
  • Blue jeans
  • White runners

Gardaí at Bridewell Garda Station (Cork) inv. Tel: (021)4943330