Land and river search for missing person stood down

A major land and river search took place in Waterford City this evening following reports of a missing person.

Belongings were discovered on land at the water’s edge at approximately 7pm, and Gardaí subsequently tasked The Dunmore East Coastguard Unit, rescue helicopter Rescue 117 and Waterford City River Rescue to conduct a search of the area.

The teams took part in a major search operation for three hours, and the search was stood down at approximately 10.30pm this evening.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Gardaí.