RIP: Garda search for missing man (38) stood down after body found in tragic update

Gardaí have issued a tragic update on a recent missing persons case of a man from Mayo. 

Following the discovery of a man's body, the media appeal for 38 year-old Oliver Gaughan has been stood down, gardaí have confirmed.

A garda spokesperson said no further media action is required and no further information is available at this time.

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

The 38-year-old has been missing from his home in Geesala in Erris, Co Mayo since January 20.