Police urge public to help trace missing man from Derbyshire town – amid growing concerns for his welfare

Police have called for the public to aid their efforts to locate a missing man from a Derbyshire town – amid growing concerns for his safety.

Derbyshire Police are growing concerned for Matthew, who was reported missing yesterday (Wednesday, April 15) but has not been seen since Tuesday, April 7.

The 53-year-old is from Ripley, and is described as being of average height and slim build, with a a bald head.

Matthew was last seen wearing a blue Under Armour tracksuit, black jeans with a zebra-striped belt and black trainers. He also has links to Skegness.

Any sightings should be reported to Derbyshire Police.placeholder image
Any sightings should be reported to Derbyshire Police.

If you have seen Matthew, or know where he is now, contact the force using one of the methods below – quoting incident number 293 of April 15:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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