Police who are engaged in a search of the River Lagan in Dromore Co Down have appealed for information on missing man Archie Boal.

Police and Search and Rescue volunteers have been searching the area of the river since yesterday afternoon, Tuesday 21 January.

Today police said they are concerned for the welfare of missing man, Archie Boal.

“The 75-year-old was last seen in the Brewery Lane area of Dromore on Tuesday afternoon, 20th January,” police said in a statement.

placeholder image — Search and Rescue volunteers continue to search the banks of the River Lagan in Dromore Co Down, just before midday on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

“If you have any information in relation to Mr Boal's whereabouts or you believe you may have seen him, please contact police immediately on 101, or 999 in an emergency, quoting reference number 798 20/01/26."

Police confirmed that the appeal for Mr Boal relates to searches along the river and enquiries about his welfare.

Local DUP Councillor Paul Rankin said on social media that police contacted him this morning to advise that the search operation in the river will continue today Wednesday 21 January, from Bridge Street, through Dromore Park and towards Dromore Community Centre.

"Police have asked me to communicate that the emergency services will need space and time to continue their search, as the river levels and flow are not helping the situation,” he said.

"Continued thoughts and prayers with the family involved.”

As of 4:15pm today, Wednesday, police said there were no further updates.