Update: Gardaí in Leitrim stand down search for man missing almost three weeks

Following the discovery of a man’s body, the missing person appeal for Manuel D'Costa, 48-years-old, who was reported missing from his home in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim on Friday, May 16, has been stood down.

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An Garda Síochána have said that they would like to thank the media and public for their assistance.

Manuel D’Costa, who was reported missing from his home in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim, on Friday, May 16, 2025. Manuel was last seen at approximately 6am.

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