Martin O’Connor had been missing since Sunday 15 May. May he rest in peace

THE search for a missing midlands man has been stood down, following the sad discovery of a body.

Gardaí confirmed shortly before 5pm today that the search for Martin O’Connor (32) has ended, after he was located deceased.

Martin had been missing from his home in Clara, Co Offaly since last Sunday, 15 May.

Gardaí said: “Following the discovery of a body of a male near Clara, Co Offaly today, Tuesday 17 May, a media appeal in respect of Martin O’Connor has now been stood down.

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

May Martin rest in peace.