Missing Bromsgrove Pensioner Is Found Safe

A 71-year-old man who was reported missing from Catshill, Bromsgrove, has been found safe.

Police launched a search in the area after Mr Richard Derrington went missing from his home in Bourne Avenue on Friday afternoon (Friday, 5 October). There were serious concerns for his welfare.

Mr Derrington was found safe at Hagley yesterday (Saturday) and has now returned home.

Police would like to thank the media and members of the public for their response after an appeal was made for help to find him.

Issued: Sunday, October 7, 2012