One of the most intensive garda operations ever

THIS “tragedy of gigantic proportions” will go down as one of the most extensive and unique garda investigations in history.

If, as appears possible, they make a significant breakthrough in the next couple of days, it will be as a result of inquiries that began the day Robert Holohan disappeared.

It has been not just a massive effort from the gardaí, but also the people of Midleton, east Cork and beyond. The mobile phone technicians can take some credit.