Gardaí in Togher are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts 41-year-old Owen Hosford from Douglas.

Owen was last seen when he left his home in Douglas this morning (Monday) at approximately 7:40am, driving a black Kia Picanto (partial registration 10-C ). 

He is described as 5ft 1” in height, of stocky build, with short brown hair and blue/green eyes. When last seen he was wearing a navy hoodie, grey tracksuit bottoms and tanned running shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Gardaí in Togher on 021-4947120 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.