26/11/2018

Missing Child Jake Jordan Found 'Safe And Well'

Jake Jordan, the child at the centre of a Child Rescue Ireland (CRI) Alert issued by gardaí this morning, Monday 26 November, has now been found "safe and well".

The CRI Alert was issued early this morning, when the three-year-old was reported missing from his home at St Marys Villas in Bunclody, County Wexford.

At the time of the report, it was believed that the child had been taken by his father, Patrick Somers (30).

Gardaí have confirmed that a man, believed to be Somers, has been arrested.

Garda said: "Owing to the nature of the incident no further information can be provided at this time. We ask that the privacy of the family be respected at this time.

"We would like to thank the public, media and other agencies for assistance provided during this alert. No further media action is required at this time."


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