Police hope vehicle will give clue to find missing man
POLICE have released a picture of a missing man’s car as they continue to appeal for information after making an arrest on suspicion of murder.
Searches are continuing for 55-year-old Michael O’Leary, from Nantgaredig, who has been missing since Monday, January 27.
A 52-year-old man from the Carmarthen area was arrested on Thursday, January 30, on suspicion of murder.
A warrant of further detention of the suspect was granted by a court on Saturday.
A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesman said the family of Mr O’Leary were being kept informed of investigation updates and are being supported by specialist officers during this difficult time.
Searches are continuing in several locations around Carmarthen, with teams of officers dedicated to the operation.
Detective Chief Inspector Paul Jones said officers were interested in speaking to anyone who had seen Mr O’Leary’s vehicle.
“A very thorough and fast-paced investigation is taking place to establish the circumstances around Mr O’Leary’s disappearance,” he said.
“We are considering all the facts and evidence in front of us, which at this time includes questioning a man who might have vital information that could help us.
“We are particularly interested in identifying anyone who has seen Michael O’Leary’s vehicle, which is a silver Nissan Navara, between Cwmffrwd and Capel Dewi between 8pm and 10pm on Monday, January 27, or from anyone with information who was in this area during these times.
“We understand the latest development might create concern in the community, but we would like to reassure that we are doing all we can to find answers for Mr O’Leary’s family.
“We ask that anyone with information contacts police urgently.”