Police are appealing for information as part of their investigation into the suspicious disappearance of Brendan Breen 14 years ago.
The then 55-year-old was last seen in Melbourne on 12 April, 2012.
He was then reported missing to police on 9 May 2012 by his separated spouse, who he remained on good terms with.
She became concerned when he cancelled dinner with her at the last minute via text message and then stopped answering her phone calls.
They were initially unsure whether Mr Breen had chosen to disappear of his own accord.
A public appeal was also issued, however this did not lead to any further information as to his whereabouts.
Despite a number of inquiries over the following few years, Mr Breen could not be located.
In October 2018 he failed to appear at his daughter’s funeral which his family believed to be out of character as the pair were close.
The matter was reviewed and detectives now believe Mr Breen’s disappearance is suspicious, with his bank accounts and phone never being accessed and there being no reported sightings of him indicating he likely met with foul play.
Inspector Dave Dunstan from the Missing Persons Squad said all unsolved missing persons cases were subject to regular review and a re-examination of Mr Breen’s case last year led to a number of avenues of inquiry being re-visited in the hope they provide fresh leads.
“However it remains a mystery and we are hopeful that today’s renewed appeal can bring us closer to answers,” Inspector Dunstan said.
“While 14 years have passed, we strongly believe there are still people out there who know what has happened to Brendan, who is involved and why this has happened.
“Even the smallest detail could be what leads us to a breakthrough and hopefully, puts us in a position to give Brendan’s family some answers.”
Anyone with any information regarding his disappearance is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at: www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
