The search is continuing today for 73-year-old John McSweeney, who's missing from his home in Athea since Saturday afternoon. He's described as being 5'7" in height, of slim build, bald, and has a missing front tooth. When last seen, John was wearing a black coat, a black peaked cap, and wellington boots.

Christy Kelliher of Abbeyfeale Search and Rescue, which is co-ordinating the search operation, thanks the public for their support and appeals for their continued help in the search.