RIP: Body found in search for missing man (49) as gardaí issue tragic update

Gardaí have said their search for a missing man has been stood down following the discovery of a body.

In a statement, they said: "Following the discovery of a body, the missing person appeal for Justin Ryan (49) has been stood down.

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"An Garda Síochána would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance."

Mr Ryan had earlier been reported missing from his home in Bray, Co Wicklow, where he was last seen on July 29.