UPDATE: Sinead O’Connor’s son was found safe and well, Gardai confirm.
Sinead O’Connor has appealed for help from the public in finding her missing son, Shane.
The singer took to social media to share a picture of the missing boy, as well as information and last known whereabouts.
She is now urging anyone who may have seen Shane to come forward to Gardai in Dundrum or Wicklow.
This is my 14 yr old son. Missing since Friday. Last seen in Wicklow town at 7.42 pm tonight. Allegedly Headed for the home of someone called Orlando. If you see him or he is at your home please contact Dundrum or Wicklow Gardai. pic.twitter.com/K9HhWVDoAa
— Shuhada’ Sadaqat (@MagdaDavitt77) January 20, 2019
Gardai have since issued a report urging anyone with any information to come forward.
“Gardaí wish to seek the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 14-year-old Shane O’Connor who is missing from his home in Ballinteer. Shane was last seen on Friday the 18th of January 2019, at approximately 5.15pm in Woodpark Ballinteer.”
“Shane is described as being 5’11” of slim build with dark hair. When last seen he was wearing a black hoodie, black Adidas bottoms with white stripes and white runners. Shane is known to frequent the Wicklow area.”
“Anyone who has seen Shane or who can assist in locating him is asked to contact Dundrum Garda Station on 01 6665600, The Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.”