Gardaí stand down on search for missing man (59) after body has been discovered in sad update

Gardaí have released a sad update in relation to missing person, Michael Dwyer as the body of the man has been found.

The update from the Gardaí reads:

"Following the discovery of a body of a male in Tullamore, Co. Offaly, the missing persons appeal for Michael Wyer (59) has been stood down.

No further action is required."

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Gardaí thanked the media and public for their assistance. May he rest in peace.