Jo Jo Dullard case: Gardai confirm search of residences and arrest of man aged in his 50s
It’s understood that a Temporary Restricted Air Space has been put in place by the Irish Aviation Authority in respect of the search area in Co Wicklow
A search operation has commenced today on open ground at a location in Co Wicklow in connection with the disappearance and murder of Josephine 'Jo Jo' Dullard.
Gardaí have confirmed that a man in his 50s has been arrested and he continues to be detained under the provisions of Section 4, Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda station in Co Kildare.
Two private residences were also searched this morning.
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It’s understood that a Temporary Restricted Air Space has been put in place by the Irish Aviation Authority in respect of the search area in Co Wicklow.
Superintendent Paul Burke said the search operation at a location near the Wicklow/Kildare border commenced today.
Speaking from Naas Garda Station, he added: "This area of land will be searched and subject to excavation, technical and forensic examinations over the coming days.
"The arrest and search operation is being led by the investigation team from Kildare Division Serious Crime Unit and the Serious Crime Review Team, Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation.
"The search is being carried out by the Kildare Divisional Search Team supported by the Garda National Technical Bureau and local Divisional Scenes of Crime Unit.
"The search operation has the support of other state expertise, if required, including the attendance of a Forensic Archaeologist on site."
Superintendent Burke said An Garda Síochána continues to keep the family of Jo Jo Dullard fully updated in relation to this investigation and they have been fully appraised of all of today's developments.
He added: "An Garda Síochána appeals to anyone with any information, no matter how small or insignificant you might believe it to be, to contact Naas Garda Station on 045 884 300 or any Garda station, or anyone who wishes to provide information confidentially should contact the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111."
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