Body of missing Inishowen man found in Scotland

Gardaí have this evening confirmed that a body found in Scotland last month is that of missing Inishowen man, Daniel McLaughlin.

Mr McLaughlin (74) was last seen at his Quigley’s Point home in late June.

“Following the recovery of a body at the port of Cairnryan, Scotland on 1st July, and confirmed DNA analysis by Police Scotland, the missing person appeal in respect of Daniel McLaughlin, 74 years, has been stood down,” a garda spokesperson said.

An Garda Síochána would like to thank the media and public for their assistance in this matter.