It's been confirmed that the body of a Sligo man has been recovered from a river in Switzerland following a two day search.
26 year old Justin Flannery from Bunninadden in Co Sligo was traveling in an area of the Swiss Alps and had been reported missing in recent days.
Swiss police have confirmed the body of an “Irish tourist” who had been missing was found in a river.
In a statement, local police said the man had been reported missing from the area on Saturday.
Mountain specialists, search dogs and a maritime crew took part in an extensive search for Mr. Flannery.
His body was subsequently recovered from a nearby river on Monday evening.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that it is providing consular assistance to the Flannery family.
