Issue Date: 19th May 2025
The male (aged in his 50s) arrested in connection with this investigation has been released without charge from the provisions of Section 4 Criminal Justice Act 1984.
Search operations, supported by local, regional, and national Garda units, other emergency services and the Defence Forces, are ongoing at Carrig East, Kenmare, Co. Kerry.
The family of Michael Gaine have been kept informed of this update and An Garda Síochána continue to support Michael's family through a Family Liaison Officer. The family have requested privacy at this time.
Gardaí continue to appeal to the public for assistance in this investigation. The Garda investigation team can be contacted at Killarney Garda Station on 064 667 1160, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or speak with any member of An Garda Síochána.
