Missing man found alive after family searched ‘every day’ for 18 months

A man who disappeared last year has been found alive and well after his family’s relentless search for 18 months. Shane Barnett went missing after leaving the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff on May 7, 2023, as seen on CCTV footage. Despite numerous efforts from South Wales Police and his family to locate the 49-year-old, there were no confirmed sightings for over a year.

However, the perseverance paid off as Shane has now been located. The South Wales Police announced the good news on Facebook, expressing gratitude to everyone who had shared their appeals. Shane’s family had made emotional appeals in the past, hoping for any information on his whereabouts. His mother, Diane Bush, took to social media to thank everyone who had a role in finding her son.

Nicola Casey, Shane’s sister, also expressed her gratitude towards the police and everyone who had shared their posts over the 18-month search period. She encouraged other families with missing relatives to hold onto hope and continue their search efforts. Despite authorities suggesting that Shane may not have survived, his family remained steadfast in their daily search for him.

Through social media posts, physical searches, and media coverage, Shane’s family never gave up hope and continued to believe that he would be found. The story of Shane’s disappearance even featured on a television show about missing persons, where Diane directly addressed her son, expressing their love and the relentless search efforts to find him.

This heartwarming story of Shane’s reunion with his family after 18 months serves as a reminder of the importance of perseverance and hope in challenging times. The unwavering dedication of his family and the support from the community and authorities led to this joyous reunion, proving that miracles can happen even after a long period of uncertainty.