Gardai issue renewed appeal for missing Geashill chef
Gardaí in Limerick are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Luke Price who was reported missing from his home in Mountkennet, Limerick city on this day last year, Tuesday, January 14 2025.
Luke, who was 27-years-old at the time, was last seen at approximately 9pm on the date in question.
Originally from Geashill, Luke is described as being approximately six feet in height with a slim build, auburn hair and blue eyes.
When last seen, Luke, a chef by trade, was wearing a black coat, blue jeans and black boots.
On January 14 2025, Luke travelled from Portlaoise to Colbert Train Station, Limerick city via Limerick Junction. He socialised in Limerick and then went to O’Curry Street with a friend.
He left O’Curry Street at approximately 9pm and went in the direction of Dock Road. It is unknown where Luke went after Dock road and his current whereabouts is unknown.
A number of searches have taken place with the help of family members and volunteers, which have included the services of the Tipperary Search and Rescue, the R115 helicopter, Valentia Coastguard, Marine Rescue and Civil Defence and Gardaí.
Speaking to the national media on the anniversary of his disappearance his mother Pauline said the "tiniest piece" of information could be enough to help crack the mystery of Luke's disappearance.
She urged members of the public to come forward with any information they have, "no matter how small it is".
She also stated that life had become "progressively more difficult" as time continues to pass without any answers.
"Somebody has to have some piece of information. The tiniest piece of information may be useful to the Gardai and may help us get him back.
"My message to the public is please don't forget Luke and if you know anything at all, please just get in touch.
"Help us find this man. Because it's a mystery as to what's happened to him," Ms Price said.
Gardai confirmed that there have been a number of reported sightings by members of the public across different locations, however none of these have been confirmed to be Luke.
Anyone with information on Luke’s whereabouts is asked to contact Henry Street Garda Station on 061 212 400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.