Can You Help Us Find
Thomas O'Shaughnessey?
Thomas has not been seen by his mother since 1st March 2024, and contact has been extremely limited.
About Thomas:
Name: Thomas O’Shaughnessy
Date of Birth: 15 June 1989
Age at time of disappearance: 35
From: Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Last physically seen: 1 March 2024
Last contact with family: 15 November 2024
Thomas’s Disappearance:
Thomas was reported missing after his service dog was found running loose, with Thomas not present at his home address. This raised immediate concerns for his safety and wellbeing.
Investigations have since indicated that Thomas may have travelled abroad.
Thomas was last known to be in contact with his family on 15th November 2024, when he reached out to his mother asking for financial assistance. Sadly, no further contact has been made since that date.
Known Travel Information
Enquiries carried out by authorities indicate the following movements:
15th November 2024 – Thomas travelled by ferry from Harwich International Port to the Netherlands
His onward travel route is unknown
Financial enquiries show bank card activity in Barcelona, Spain
Transactions were recorded as recently as 10th September 2025, indicating he may still be in the Barcelona area
Mobile phone data analysed by Norfolk Police suggests Thomas has been overseas for some time
Health and Welfare Concerns
Thomas has a history of mental health difficulties and may currently be vulnerable. It is believed he is not receiving ongoing medical support at this time.
Thomas has previously been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia
He is currently not taking prescribed medication
He may be experiencing periods of confusion, distress, or disorientation
He may behave in ways that seem unusual or withdrawn to others
Thomas is not known to be intentionally harmful, but he may be struggling and in need of support, compassion, and professional help.
How You Can Help:
Have you seen Thomas, or someone who looks like him?
Do you remember something that could help us find answers?
Do you recognise him, or remember seeing him on your travels in Holland, Spain or elsewhere in Europe?
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