Body recovered as search for missing Carlow man stood down

Update 7pm Following the discovery of a body this evening the missing person search for 32-year-old Joseph Savage has been stood down.

Gardai have said no further action is required and in a brief statement this evening thanked the public for their assistance in the matter.

Gardaí very concerned for welfare of missing Carlow man

Earlier: Gardaí are appealing for the public's help in tracing the whereabouts of a missing 32-year-old man in Carlow.

Joseph Savage was last seen in the Bagenalstown area on May 11.

He is described as being 5'10", of stocky build with short fair hair and blue to green eyes.

He was wearing a grey hoodie and blue jeans when he was last seen.

Gardaí and Joseph's family are very concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts are asked to contact gardaí in Carlow on 059 913 6620 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.