Fears mount for missing farmer

Gardai can't rule out that Michael was victim of violence 'Not like him' to disappear suddenly without a trace

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BY MICHAEL O'TOOLE Crime and Defence Editor GARDAI are becoming increasingly concerned for this missing farmer and cannot rule out foul play.

Sources have told us that officers searching for Michael Gaine, 56missing from his home near Kenmare, Co Kerry, since last Thursday are keeping an open mind about the case.

As fears grow, sources say gardai have evidence that he disappeared suddenly and without contacting family or friends.