Search underway for missing Monaghan teenager

A search is underway in Co Monaghan for a teenager who has missing since failing to return from a camping trip with friends.

Sixteen-year old Micheal Hughes, from Killygoan, was reported missing yesterday morning.

He is described as six feet tall, of athletic build with blond hair.

Around 50 people are helping gardaí and the Civil Defence in today's search in the Rossmore area.