Gardai seek missing mother (17) and baby

Gardaí have renewed their appeal for the public's help in tracing a young mother and her baby.

Gardaí have renewed their appeal for the public's help in tracing a young mother and her baby.

Marie McDonagh Greene (17) and her newborn son, John Paul, were last seen on Saturday evening in Mullingar.

Ms Greene is described as being five feet, five inches tall, of slim build with brown eyes and reddish/brown hair. She was last seen wearing a purple tracksuit and white trainers.

Gardai believe she may have travelled to Dundalk, Drogheda or the Ballyshannon area.

Anybody with information should contact Mullingar Garda Station telephone 044-938400.

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