Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Officials at the embassy of Ireland in Madrid and the consular assistance team of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade have provided extensive consular assistance to the family in this case since the time of the Irish citizen's disappearance eight years ago. The Garda liaison officer based in our embassy in Madrid remains in ongoing contact with the Spanish police authorities regarding the case.

My Department cannot and should not play any direct role in the investigation process as is it is a matter for the police in Spain who are still actively investigating the case. Any information pertaining to the investigation should be referred directly to An Garda Síochána, which can liaise with the Spanish authorities through the appropriate police channels. The Garda Síochána has designated family liaison officers in this case and they stand ready to provide the family with any updates or information on developments in the case.

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