National search launched to find man last seen at hospital as police believe he is 'travelling around the UK'

A national search has now been launched to find a man last seen at a hospital two days ago, with police believing he may be travelling around the UK.

Frank Hulme, 27, from Chester, was last seen at the Countess of Chester Hospital at around 2pm on Saturday (October 7) with an appeal shared by police following his disappearance.

However Cheshire Constabulary have now issued a further nation-wide appeal for information, with officers believing he is currently travelling around the UK.

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The force said officers, and his family, are 'becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare'. Frank was last seen wearing blue jeans, a grey fleece, black face mask and a navy-blue hat. He is described as white, 5 foot 10 inches tall with dark hair, which has since been shaved.

Inspector Scott Fletcher said: “We've been making a number of enquiries to trace Frank and now believe he is traveling across the country, so we're appealing nationally for anyone who sees Frank to get in touch with us. We are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare - as are his family, so it's vital we find him.

"We would urge anyone who sees Frank or who has any information about his whereabouts to contact us so that we can make sure he is safe and well.”

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 1662328.