Mother and daughter located safe in longford

The missing mother and child at the centre of a massive search operation were located at an address in Longford Town last night.

Samantha McClorey (27), who is from the Annagh Lake area went missing from her parents home with her three-month-old baby, Sienna Rose yesterday afternoon at 5.15pm.

They were found at approximately 9.30pm last night. Garda officers from Cootehill travelled over to Longford to meet the mother by arrangement.

“We got wonderful support from the public – they were great - and I wish to thank them for all their assistance”, said Superintendent Leo McGinn.