Daughter of missing OAP in urgent plea for help after ‘possible sightings’

THE worried daughter of a missing 84-year-old woman who disappeared from her home 10 days ago has issued an urgent plea for help.

Teresa Tannian has been missing from her home in Killina, Gort, Co. Galway since Saturday 25th May and was last seen at around 7pm.

Gardai and Teresa’s family are “concerned for her welfare” as the pensioner may be confused as to her whereabouts.

Teresa’s daughter Laura said they have not yet located her mum despite extensive searches and “possible sightings” of her across the country.

Taking to social media, she said: “Despite extensive searches in Killina involving Gardaí, the Garda helicopter, drones, sniffer dogs, Civil Defence, volunteers, neighbours, friends, and family, we still haven’t found her.

“We’ve also received possible sightings from around the country, but unfortunately, none have led us to her.”

Urging people to continue to assist in the search, Laura urged people to “keep an eye out” for any information that may help find her mum.

She said: “We are incredibly grateful for all the support and assistance we’ve received so far.”

She added: “Thank you all for your continued support and efforts.”

Teresa is described as being approximately 5 foot 2 inches in height with a slim build and short white hair. 

Cops searching for Teresa warned that she may be a guest in a hotel or guest-house.

A Garda spokesperson explained: “Gardai are now asking any hotel or guest-house owners across the country to be mindful that Teresa may currently be a guest on their premises and to contact Gardai if they have any information.”

They added: “Anyone with any information on Teresa’s whereabouts is asked to contact Gort Garda Station at 091 636400, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”

The reference code to the case is PR22011/2024.

Separately, Gardai are also searching for a missing teenager who went missing from Co Donegal on May 25.

Steven Boyle was reported missing from Magherabeg, Donegal over 10 days ago.

The 15-year-old is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, with a medium build, brown hair, and blue eyes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact Buncrana Garda Station 074 9320540 the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.