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UPDATED: Missing man FOUND

Friday, 8 January 2021 07:31

Missing: George Hall

Police searching for missing George Hall, 89, from Pateley Bridge announce he has been found,

Updated: Police have just announced that Missing Pately Bridge Man George Hall has been found safe and well. Police have thanked all for their help in the search

Other unconfirmed sources say he was found in Grassington.

Background:

It is believed George could be driving his dark blue Vauxhall Crossland, registration number YF68 NZW.

George was last seen in his car in the Skipton Road area of Harrogate heading out of the town at around 8.30pm on the night of Thursday 7 January 2021.

Officers are very concerned for his welfare and are appealing to anyone who has seen George or his car to contact them.

He is described as having grey hair and wears glasses, it is not known what George is wearing.

Searches are currently being carried in the Pateley Bridge and wider Craven and Richmondshire areas.

Anyone who has seen George or his car should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101. If you have an immediate sighting of George, please call 999.

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