Body Found in Galway Concludes 15-Month Search for Missing Man

The search for a man missing from Galway for over 15 months has been stood down following the discovery of a body, gardai have confirmed. Ray Hosty, aged 55, had been missing from Headford since Monday, April 1, 2024. Gardai launched a public appeal shortly after his disappearance, describing Ray as around 5' 9\", with a slim build, dark hair and a moustache. They added that both gardai and Ray's family were 'very concerned for his welfare'.

At the time, a Garda spokesperson said: 'Gardai are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 55-year-old Ray Hosty who was last seen in Headford, County Galway, on Monday 1st April 2024. Ray is described as being approximately 5 foot 9 inches in height with a slim build, dark hair and a moustache. It is not known what Ray was wearing at the time he went missing. Gardai and Ray's family are very concerned for his welfare. Anyone with any information on Ray's whereabouts is asked to contact Tuam Garda Station on 093 70840, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.'

In a sad update today, gardai confirmed that the missing persons appeal has been stood down following the discovery of a body. They thanked the public for their help. A Garda spokesperson said: 'Following the discovery of human remains, the missing person appeal for 55-year-old Ray Hosty, who was reported missing from Headford, County Galway, on Monday 1st April 2024, has been stood down. No further action is required. An Garda Siochana would like to thank the media and public for their assistance.'

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