Paddy Rainsford was last seen on Wednesday evening.
UPDATE – Friday 20 December, 9.15am
Gardaí have officially stood down the search for missing man Paddy Rainsford following the discovery of a body in the Ballina area of Tipperary.
Gardaí are working closely with the family at this tragic time.
UPDATE ENDS
Gardaí are seeking assistance from the public in locating 86-year-old Paddy Rainsford.
Rainsford was last seen leaving his home at Annagh, Lisnagry, Limerick at 7.30pm on Wednesday 18 December.
He was driving a dark blue Skoda Rapid with a registration number of 161L98.
Gardaí have noted that Rainsford’s intention was to drive to the Birdhill / Boher area of north Tipperary to play cards but he never arrived.
He is described as being 5′ 10″ in height and of medium build with grey hair and grey/blue eyes.
A photograph is below.
Rainsford’s family and An Garda Síochána have concerns regarding his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition.
Anyone who may have seen Rainsford or has information regarding his whereabouts is asked to make contact with Newport Garda Station on 061 378 102.
Alternatively, people can contact the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
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