Issue Date: 21/10/2026
Gardaí have renewed their appeal seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 25-year-old Stephen Sheeran Phelan, who is reported missing from his home in Rathdowney, Co. Laois, since Thursday 8th October 2026.
In particular they are appealing to landowners and farmers in the area to check their land and outhouses. Stephen was last seen on Thursday, 1st October 2026.
He is described as being approximately 5 foot 11 inches in height, with long brown hair and blue eyes. Stephen is believed to be wearing either construction attire or a full tracksuit.
Gardaí and Stephen's family are concerned for his wellbeing.
Anyone with any information on Stephen's whereabouts is asked to contact Abbeyleix Garda Station on (057) 873 0580, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
