Jimmy O'Neill, aged 16, disappeared from Waterford City on December 15th 1947, just over 77 years ago.  His case remains the oldest active missing person case in Ireland. He worked for a shipping company in the local Waterford City area. If Jimmy O’Neill is still alive, he would recently have celebrated his 93rd birthday. However, his family have strong reasons (beyond just the passing of time) to believe that he is no longer alive and in March 2023 decided to add his name to the family's headstone in Ballygunner, Co. Waterford. His case is also the oldest Radio Espial has ever investigated and we are grateful for the information provided by Jimmy’s remaining family members.  

  As we reach the end of 2024 with Radio Espial EP62, Brian and I thought we would take a look at some recent case updates and developments. We also consider what lies ahead for the channel in 2025. We are deeply humbled by our subscription growth and support. Thank you all for that and we wish you a peaceful Christmas with family. We will see you all in 2025. Happy New Year and on to our next features and timelines.

Missing Persons Day, hosted by the Irish Department of Justice, is an annual commemorative day for families and friends to remember their missing loved ones. Missing Persons Day also provides a nationwide platform to appeal to the public for information on missing persons. Radio Espial's Brian Goggin reports on his experience of this year's event at Croke Park, Dublin.