Movements of boat, van 'vital' in suspected murder probe

Police investigating the suspected murder of a Limerick woman who disappeared in Co Fermanagh have appealed for information on the movements of a vehicle and boat they believe could be "vital" to their investigation.

Carrie Mullane (Noonan), 39, is known to have travelled to Enniskillen on 10 October with a man who was known to her, but has not been seen since, and has not been in contact with family or friends.

The PSNI said it has "serious concern" that the mother-of-four may have been the victim of a violent crime and may have been murdered some time after her arrival in Northern Ireland.

Police say that despite "intensive efforts" since they began their search on 29 October, they have not established her whereabouts, nor her welfare.

They believe that establishing the movements of a campervan and boat may provide what they say are crucial clues as to her whereabouts and provide a clearer picture of what has happened to her.

"Carrie is a much loved mother, sister and friend and is greatly missed by everyone who knows and loves her," Detective Superintendent Richard Thornton said.

"The last confirmed sighting we have of Carrie was when she travelled by taxi from Enniskillen bus station on Wellington Road to Trasna Park at approximately 9pm on that Saturday night.

"From this point on, her movements are unknown and this is where we hope that the public can help us," he added.

Police have said they want to hear from anyone who may have seen either the boat or campervan in question between 10 October and 1 November, or from anyone who may have any relevant footage.

They are appealing in particular for boat owners on Upper Lough Erne, who may have seen the boat on the lough during these dates to come forward.

Police have said any piece of information, no matter how small or insignificant people may think it to be, could prove key in their investigation.

A number of lines of enquiry are being followed by police, who are keeping an open mind as to what happened.

"I ask that the public refrain from speculation particularly online, while our enquiries continue," Det Supt Thornton said.

"We have a large team of detectives from both local CID and the Major Investigation Team, supported by local uniform officers, who are working on this case and we are committed to continuing our search for Carrie for as long as it takes."