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The family of Sandra Collins, who was last seen on December 4, 2000 close to her home in Killala, County Mayo, describe their life without her. Bridie, Patrick, Mary and David Collins tell Fiona McGarry about their determination to find their sister. 
A Garda investigation into Sandra's case continues. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station

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The family of a missing North Mayo woman are marking 25 years of searching for information on her whereabouts.
Sandra Collins, from Fotish, went missing from the home she shared with her aunt in Killala, on Monday, December 4, 2000. Gardaí believe that the 28-year-old was murdered, but her body has never been found. On this landmark anniversary, Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information. They are asking anyone who knows anything about Sandra’s disappearance and death to contact Ballina Garda Station on 096 20560, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
Sandra’s four siblings have now spent a quarter of a century searching for her. Her sisters, Bridie and Mary and her brothers David and Patrick spoke to documentary-maker Fiona McGarry about their memories of their beloved Sandra and their hopes that she will be found and laid to rest.

Where is Sandra?

Morning Focus looked in-depth at the issue of young people and crime for a series of reports in 2018.
Under 18s are treated differently under the law to adults and they're often referred to the Garda Youth Diversion Programme, which may in turn recommend they are offered places on accredited Youth Projects.
Those who've been involved in a crime must also be considered for a caution as an alternative to court.
The decision to prosecute or to caution is made by the Superintendent at the Irish Youth Justice Service which is part of the Department of Children and Youth Affairs.
In the case of serious crime, however, those over the age of 12 can be charged.
The latest report of the Irish Court Service show that when children are charged, they're more likely to be between the age of 15 and 18.
Morning Focus Producer Fiona McGarry spoke to the Gardaí, youth support workers and young people referred to the Diversion Programme, as well as their parents.

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