Man released over Mary Boyle disappearance

The man arrested on Tuesday in relation to the disappearance of six-year-old Mary Boyle 37 years ago was last night released without charge.

The man, who is in his 60s, had been detained at Mullingar Garda Station under section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act.

After his release a garda spokesman said, pending further investigation, a file will be sent to the DPP. He said officers are continuing to liaise with Mary’s mother Ann Boyle.