Kyran Durning was last seen in 2022

Gardaí, acting under a District Court Order, took possession of a private house in Dundalk on October 21st.

Investigating Gardaí will conduct a search of both the house and the adjoining garden today.

They confirmed both technical and forensic examinations will take place.

The search aims to uncover information about Kyran's whereabouts or what happened to the eight-year-old, Gardaí stated.

Investigators confirmed they're making 'steady progress' after a murder investigation was launched last week.

What happened to Kyran Durnin

A family member of Kyran’s reported him missing from his home in Drogheda, Co. Louth on August 30th.

However, Gardaí fears the eight-year-old may be dead and claims he has not been seen alive since May 2022.

They will reportedly start a dig this week, according to The Irish Mirror.

Gardaí issued a statement after their initial invesitgation:

“Despite extensive enquiries carried out by Gardaí to date, An Garda Síochána have been unable to either locate Kyran, identify any information on his current whereabouts, or any evidence that he is currently alive.

“Following enquiries to date, investigating Gardaí now believe that Kyran is missing presumed dead. A murder investigation has been commenced.”

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who has any information in connection with the disappearance of Kyran to contact Drogheda Garda Station on 041 987 4200.

Witnesses can also contact the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

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