22/04/2015

Man Released Without Charge In Ciara Breen Investigation

A man arrested on Tuesday in connection with the disappearance of Ciara Breen has been released without charge.

Ms Breen was reported missing on 13 February, 1997. She was 17-year-old at the time of her disappearance.

The man, understood to be aged in his 50s, was released on Wednesday morning, without charge.

Garda said that a file is being prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Investigating officers renewed an appeal to anyone who may have information in relation to Ciara’s disappearance or who may have seen her on the night/morning of her disappearance to contact Dundalk Garda Station on 042-9388400, the Garda Confidential Line 1-800-666-111 or any Garda Station. 

(MH/CD)

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