More volunteers sought as search for Turlough Kelly continues today in Kilkenny

Family and friends of Kilkenny man Turlough Kelly are appealing for any volunteers to come and join in the search for the missing 28 year old.

He's been missing since Monday evening and they have been helping out by searching around the River Nore and areas where Turlough was last seen or might have gone. They are appealing for anyone with a few hours spare to come and help.

A base has been set up at Billy Byrne's Pub, in the beer garden, at the top of John Street, and a lady called Sheila will direct you as to the best place to look/help.

Gardaí and Civil Defence are assisting with searches, and they are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Turlough, who was last seen on the Freshford Road in Kilkenny at approximately 4pm on Monday afternoon.
 
Turlough is described as being 6 foot 1 inch tall with a slim build. He has black hair and a beard. When last seen, Turlough was wearing a black hooded jumper and green trousers.

Gardaí and Turlough’s family are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information on Turlough’s whereabouts is asked to contact Kilkenny Garda Station on 056 777 5000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.