Gardaí ‘concerned’ for missing mother and week-old baby

Paige Holland (23) believed to be in company of baby and partner Aaron Tighe (22)

Detectives at Castlerea Garda station are trying to trace Paige Holland (left), also known as Abbie Goodier or Paige Goodier, and her one-week-old daughter Nevaeh Goodier/Tighe. Ms Holland’s partner Aaron Tighe (right), is also known as Aaron Chadwick or Ian Smith. Photograph screengrabs from CCTV
Detectives at Castlerea Garda station are trying to trace Paige Holland (left), also known as Abbie Goodier or Paige Goodier, and her one-week-old daughter Nevaeh Goodier/Tighe. Ms Holland’s partner Aaron Tighe (right), is also known as Aaron Chadwick or Ian Smith. Photograph screengrabs from CCTV

Gardaí say they are “concerned for the welfare” of a mother and one-week-old baby missing since Friday, and are appealing to the public for assistance.

Detectives at Castlerea Garda station in Co Roscommon are trying to trace the whereabouts of Paige Holland (23), also known as Abbie Goodier or Paige Goodier, and her one-week-old daughter Nevaeh Goodier/Tighe.

They were last seen leaving their home at Westview, Cloonfad, Co Roscommon, on Friday.

Ms Holland is described as being 5’6”, of medium build with blonde shoulder-length hair. She speaks with a strong English accent.

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Nevaeh, her daughter, was born on January 13th. It is not known what clothing either were wearing when last seen.

Both are believed to be travelling with Ms Holland’s partner Aaron Tighe (22), also known as Aaron Chadwick or Ian Smith.

He is described as 5’6”, of medium build, with short brown/fair hair. He also speaks with a strong English accent.

Gardaí are liaising with Tusla, the child and family agency, in relation to the matter.

Detectives are not aware what mode of transport is being used but said they may be travelling via public transport.

In a statement, they said the force was “concerned for the welfare of Paige and her daughter” and urged anyone with information to contact Castlerea Garda station on 094 9621630, the Garda confidential line on 1800 666111, or any Garda station.

Colin Gleeson

Colin Gleeson

Colin Gleeson is an Irish Times reporter