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06 Sept 2025

ALERT: Gardaí concerned for wellbeing of missing man (48) amid appeal to find him

Matthew Melaugh was reported missing from Clondalkin, Dublin 22, since Wednesday, September 3

ALERT: Gardaí concerned for welfare of missing man (48)

He is believed to have access to a 10D13-Reg purple Opal Corsa car

Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Matthew Melaugh. 
The 48 year-old was reported missing from Clondalkin, Dublin 22, since Wednesday, September 3. He was last seen at approximately 5am.

Matthew is described as being approximately 5’9 in height with a stocky build, grey hair and blue eyes.

When last seen, he was wearing a grey Under Armour top, construction trousers and sneakers.

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Matthew is believed to frequent the Liffey Valley area of Dublin City and Lifford, Co Donegal. He is also known to travel in the areas of the M1 and M11 motorways.

He is believed to have access to a 10D13-Reg purple Opal Corsa car.

Gardaí and Matthew’s family are concerned for his wellbeing.

Anyone with any information on Matthew's whereabouts is asked to contact Ronanstown Garda Station on (01) 6667700, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

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