Gardai seek three year old and mother

Gardai in Cavan are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of three-year-old Saoirse Carr, from Holborn Hill, Belturbet, Co. Cavan.

Gardai believe Saoirse is in the company of her mother, Rachel McDonald Carr, 45, of the same address.

They were last seen at around 12.30pm today at their home.

Rachel is described as 5'7'' in height, of broad build, with brown hair and brown eyes.

It is believed Rachel and Saoirse are travelling in a blue MG registered number 02 D 13074

Anyone with any information is asked to dial 999 or 112. Gardai have asked the public not to approach those involved.