Call 999 if you see this missing man

Members of the public are urged to call 999 if they see this missing man as part of a nationwide search. Michael Wright was reported missing 10 days ago, on August 14.

The 52-year-old, from Burnley in Lancashire, is known to have links to Manchester. He was last seen on August 15 in Darlington, County Durham, while police say he had indicated he intended to travel to London.

North Yorkshire Police says Michael was seen asking people in Darlington if he could use their phone. It is believed that he has no personal access to a phone or money.

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North Yorkshire Police says officers 'are becoming very concerned for his welfare the longer he remains out of contact'. Michael is described as white, around 6ft tall, of very slim build with dark brown hair and a dark, greying beard.

He has tattoos on his arms and chest. He was last seen wearing a dark green waxed jacket, a black jumper, dark blue jeans and blue trainers - however, he may have changed clothing since then, police say.

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It is not known if Michael did travel to London after indicating his intention to do so. He is also known to have links to Skipton, in North Yorkshire.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police added: "We are appealing to anyone who has seen Michael, to please call us on 101 and pass information to the Force Control Room. If you have an immediate sighting of Michael, or know where he is now, please call the police on 999.

"Please quote reference number 12230152871 when passing on information. We also appeal to Michael that if he sees or hears this appeal, to please get in touch