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Renewed Appeal: Missing Persons William Maughan & Anastasija Varslavane

Gardaí at Ashbourne are renewing their appeal for the public's help in tracing the whereabouts of 34-year-old William (Willie) Maughan.


Also reported missing is his girlfriend, Anastasija Varslavane, 20 yrs of age. She is of Latvian origin, but living in Ireland for a number of years. Known as Anna, she is 5’6” in height, of slim build, with long dark hair.

Willie is described as 5' 8”, of athletic build, with shaved head and green eyes. It is not known what he was wearing when last seen. William is known to frequent Balbriggan, Stamullen and Gormanston areas.

Anna was known to frequent Balbriggan, Stamullen, Gormanston areas and was last known to be in the company of Willie Maughan. They were last seen between 2pm and 3pm in the Gormanston area of Co. Meath on Tuesday 14th April 2015.

Since their disappearance an incident room has been set up at Ashbourne Garda Station. A senior investigation officer has been appointed and a trained Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to both families. This officer is keeping the families updated with any developments in their investigation. Significant enquiries have been made to date.

Superintendent James Cannon the officer in charge of this investigation said today "We are extremely concerned for the welfare and safety of both William and Anna; it is completely out of character for them to go missing in this fashion. I would urge anyone with information to contact the incident room at Ashbourne Garda Station on 01-8010600, the Garda Confidential Line 1800-666-111 or any Garda Station.

You can also contact Crimestoppers on 1800 25 00 25. Calls to Crimestoppers are dealt with in the strictest of confidence. Callers do not need to leave their name or address. You may receive a reward for information which significantly helps Gardaí in their investigation.
A photograph of William and Anna is available by e-mail request to pressoffice@garda.ie

Crimestoppers Poster is also available here.