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08 Dec 2025

ALERT: Gardai concerned for well-being of teenager in the Midlands missing for two weeks

ALERT: Gardai concerned for well-being of teenager in the Midlands missing for two weeks

ALERT: Gardai concerned for well-being of teenager in the Midlands missing for two weeks

Gardai concerned for well-being of teenager in the Midlands missing for two weeks

Gardai say they are concerned for the well-being of a teenager in the Midlands who has now been missing for two weeks. 

Gardaí are renewing their appeal seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Kealan Burns, who was reported missing in Portlaoise on Tuesday, July 8.

Kealan was last seen at Laois Shopping Centre on Tuesday evening, July 8 at approximately 5:45pm.

Kealan is described as being approximately 5 foot 8 inches in height, with a slim build. He has blonde/brown hair and brown eyes. When last seen, Kealan was wearing a navy tracksuit with a blue t-shirt and blue hat.

Anyone with information in relation to Kealan's whereabouts is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 867 4100, the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

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