Urgent appeal over missing man, 81, as family 'increasingly concerned'

Police have issued an urgent appeal for help to find a missing elderly man from Oldham.

The 81-year-old, named only as James, was last seen at around 7.45am this morning (Saturday, June 15). He was last seen on Ralstone Avenue, police said.

In an appeal for help to trace him, police said officers and James' family are 'becoming increasingly concerned' about him and 'want to make sure he is safe and well'. He is described as being a white male who is around 5ft 5in tall.

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He is of medium build and has wispy, white/grey hair. He was last seen wearing a blue jacket and jeans.

Anyone who spots James, or who has any information on his whereabouts, should contact Greater Manchester Police. Officers can be contacted on 0161 856 9096 or 101 quoting log 962 of 15/06/2024.

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