Missing John Concannon has not been seen now in a week. Police urge public to search outbuildings in case he has taken shelter from the elements
POLICE on both sides of the border are continuing their searches for the missing Derry man John Concannon.
They are urging farmers and householders to search animal outbuildings or sheds in case John has taken refuge from the wind and rain at night.
Last night police visited the Lenamore Road area outside Derry where the last confirmed sighting of the 71-year-old pensioner was noted.
He is believed to have travelled by bus to the area.
Vehicles were stopped to ascertain whether anyone who had been the road the previous Tuesday had noticed Mr Concannon.
During yesterday, an underwater search team checked waterways in the area, while the PSNI Search & Rescue Team scoured open ground.
Searches were also carried out by Gardaí in Muff, Co Donegal, assisted by a Community Search Team and a Coastguard helicopter.
Sup Mark McEwan said: “Our enquiries are continuing. At present our focus is on the Lenamore Road area.
“We would like anyone who lives in the area to check on outlying sheds or farm buildings.
“Also, we would like anyone who has CCTV outside their homes or businesses to check any recordings.”
Anyone who can assist the search enquiries is asked to contact their local PSNI or An Garda Siochana station
Mr Concannon is described as being about 5’6” tall, of medium build and with grey hair.
He was wearing a black and grey beanie hat, a black coat, checked shirt and navy trousers.
Mr Concannon has medical conditions which cause extra concern for his well-being.
Clothes of a similar type that John Concannon was wearing when he was last seen wearing
