Search for missing teen

Ballyconnell boy last seen Monday, December 30, 2024.

Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old James Kerrigan, reported missing from his home in Ballyconnell before the New Year.

James was last seen in Ashbourne, Co. Meath, at approximately 3pm on Monday, December 30, 2024.

Described as being 5 foot 2 inches in height, with a slim build, brown hair and green eyes, when last seen James was wearing a black Zavetti Canada gilet, dark grey cargo pants, a grey half-zip tracksuit top, a black Nike neck warmer and black runners.

Anyone with any information on James’s whereabouts is asked to contact Ashbourne Garda Station on 01 801 0600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.