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Local sources from Ireland: BreakingNews.ie, RTE.ie.
UK coverage: BBC.

In a somber development in County Kerry, human remains discovered on a farm have been confirmed as those of Michael Gaine, a 56-year-old farmer who had been missing for over two months. Gaine, a sheep farmer from Kenmare, vanished in March, sparking a widespread search and concern within the local community. The breakthrough came last Friday when partial remains were found on his farmland in Carrig East, leading to an intensive investigation by the Gardaí. The area was promptly declared a crime scene, and a comprehensive search was launched, involving the Garda Technical Bureau, local search teams, and the Irish Defence Forces. This discovery shifted the nature of the case from a missing person’s inquiry to a homicide investigation. A man in his 50s was arrested in connection with Gaine’s disappearance but was released without charge after questioning, maintaining his innocence. Despite the release, the Gardaí continue their investigation, now bolstered by forensic evidence confirming the identity of the remains as those of Michael Gaine. Authorities have renewed their appeal for public assistance, urging anyone with information to come forward as they piece together the events leading to Gaine’s death. The community remains in shock as the search continues, hoping for closure and justice for the Gaine family.