LATEST: Search for missing 21-year-old stood down after body is discovered

Gardaí have announced that the search for a missing 21-year-old has been stood down following the discovery of a body.

James Smyth Collins from Slane in Co Meath was last seen in Slane in the early hours of Saturday morning, July 22.

It was reported at the time that Gardaí and James’ family were concerned for his welfare.

However a statement from the Garda Press Office this morning confirmed the tragic news.

The statement said: "Following the discovery of a body yesterday evening Monday 31st July, 2023 the missing person appeal for James Smyth Collins has been stood down.

"An Garda Síochána would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance."