Appeal over missing Mayo man who was last seen in Causeway Coast and Glens area

Police are currently assisting colleagues in An Garda Síochána with a missing person.

George Brennan, 38 years old, is missing from County Mayo in the Republic of Ireland.

George may have links to the Causeway Coast and Glens area, and also the Mid and East Antrim area.

George was last seen on Wednesday, April 2 in Ballycastle, and there has been no contact from him since.

The last known sighting of George was on CCTV in the Spar shop on Moyle Road, where he was wearing a black zip up top, dark jeans, runners and was carrying a blue hiking backpack. George is 6’2, 100kg, with brown hair and blue eyes.

It is believed that George may have travelled onwards from Ballycastle, by foot, hitchhiking or public transport. George is an avid sea swimmer and hiker and could have run into trouble doing these activities.

George's family say his disappearance is completely out of character, and they are deeply concerned for his wellbeing.

Speaking on behalf of the family, a spokesperson said: “We are heartbroken and desperate for any news. George is deeply loved, and we just want to know that he is safe. We urge anyone who may have seen him, spoken with him, or has any information—no matter how small—to come forward.”

The family is asking members of the public across Ireland and Northern Ireland to share George’s photo and appeal widely on social media to help raise awareness.

If anyone has any information relating to George, please contact police on 101, quoting reference number 831 of 12/04/25.