Gardai renew appeal over woman (39) missing from Portarlington

UPDATE: This missing person appeal has now been stood down. See update here.

Gardaí in Laois are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in locating a 39-year-old woman who was reported missing on Friday last (April 26).

Manuela Afrasinei was last seen leaving her home in Portarlington, County Laois, driving a white Ford Kuga, with registration 171 KE, shortly after 6am on Friday morning last.

She is described as being 5’ 6” tall, with long blonde hair and green eyes.

At the time of her disappearance, Manuela was wearing dark red pants, a black and white top, and a long chequered black and white coat.

Her family is deeply concerned for her safety and well-being, and they are anxious to establish contact with her.

Anyone with any information on Manuela’s whereabouts is urged to contact Portlaoise Garda Station (057) 867 4100 the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.