The household of John George, a Belfast man believed to have been murdered in Spain, alleges that he was enticed to the nation underneath the pretence of a vacation after which killed.
Family of Mr. George, also referred to as John Hardy, have been tirelessly looking out close to Cabo Roig seashore, Alicante, the place he was final seen. Heartbroken, they now imagine he’s deceased and are focusing their efforts on recovering his physique.
His household is now providing a £30,000 reward for data resulting in his whereabouts, as they proceed with their intensive searches throughout the Costa Blanca area.
A Distressed Ultimate Name
The household final heard from John on Saturday, 14 December, when he made a “distressed” cellphone name. Regardless of their considerations, Spanish police in Alicante are treating the case as a disappearance and haven’t but confirmed the opening of a homicide investigation.
John’s brother, Darren, joined a gaggle of fifty supporters in Cabo Roig to seek for him. Darren advised The Irish press.
“That is all linked to again dwelling. We had been advised as quickly as we received right here that John had been killed, that he had been shot.
“John was lured right here underneath false pretences, believing he was assembly associates for a vacation. He thought he’d be right here for a couple of days after which return dwelling. However John’s not coming dwelling alive.
“They knew that killing him in Belfast can be riskier. However they underestimated the help and love John has again dwelling. They didn’t realise how many individuals care about him.”
Frustrations with Native Authorities
Darren expressed frustration with the response of the Spanish authorities:
“After we approached the police with the knowledge we now have, they dismissed us. They advised us to depart the station. There have been no searches, no canines, no rescue groups. It’s as if it hasn’t occurred.”
The household feels deserted by native legislation enforcement and continues to dwell by means of what Darren describes as “hell.”
“I’m an atypical particular person, dwelling an atypical life. I by no means imagined I’d discover myself on this scenario. We simply need to convey John dwelling for a Christian burial.
“He lived for his children and his household. He was all the time there for us—our go-to particular person on a nasty day. John is liked unconditionally by his dad and mom, siblings, associates, kids, and associate.”
Again in Belfast, Hardy’s two younger sons are desperately awaiting information of their father.
“We’re simply devastated and heartbroken and John has two younger children at dwelling who simply need their daddy again,” Darren mentioned.
The household has vowed they “is not going to be leaving Spain with out John’s physique.”
Help and Solidarity
A fundraiser set as much as help the household’s efforts has raised over £21,000, with the household expressing gratitude for the donations and well-wishes obtained throughout this difficult time.
When contacted, the Guardia Civil in Alicante confirmed they’re finishing up an investigation into John’s disappearance.