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06 Sept 2025

RIP: Tragic garda update on missing man as body is found after 15 month search

55-year-old Ray Hosty was reported missing from Galway in April of 2024

RIP: Tragic garda update on missing man as body is found after 15 month search

RIP: Ray Hosty

An Garda Siochana have issued a tragic update following the discovery of human remains.

The missing person appeal for 55-year-old Ray Hosty was stood down following the discovery.

Ray was reported missing from Headford, County Galway on Monday 1st April 2024.

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

Messages of condolences have poured in for Ray's family, with one person saying: "Such sad news but at least he has been found...sending love and sympathy to his family and friends."

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