Missing man found 'safe and well'

A man who went missing from Cavan Town, who sparked concern for his welfare, has been located “safe and well”.

Gardaí wish to thank the public and the media for their assistance in this matter after Stephen Murphy was located over the weekend.

“Stephen Murphy has been located safe and well. Gardaí wish to thank the public and the media for their assistance in this matter. No further action is required,” the garda press office said in a statement issued on Sunday afternoon.

Gardaí at Cavan had appealed for the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 29-year-old Mr Murphy who went missing from Cavan town on July 27 last.

He was last seen at Cavan Bus Station that wednesday afternoon wearing a navy patterned shirt, navy jeans and black and red runners.