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Lee Dalgetty

Concerns grow for Edinburgh pensioner last seen in Stockbridge after 'out of character' disappearance

Police are appealing for assistance from the public in finding a missing pensioner.

Michael Williams, 71, was last seen in Stockbridge on Tuesday morning. Officers have said 'concern is growing'.

He was seen at around 7am on Haugh Street, and has been described as 5ft 10 and of slim to medium build. He is bald with a short beard and wears glasses.

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Police have said he is thought to be wearing a green shirt, burgundy braces, tan-coloured trousers and blue trainers. Inspector Alison Lawrie said his disappearance is 'out of character'.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Officers in Edinburgh are appealing for help to trace Michael Williams, who has been reported missing from the Stockbridge area.

"The 71-year-old was last seen around 7am on Tuesday, 4 July, 2023 on Haugh Street. He is described as around 5ft 10, and of slim to medium build. Michael is bald with a short, goatee beard and wears glasses.

"He is thought to be wearing a green shirt, burgundy braces, tan-coloured trousers, and dark-blue trainers."

Inspector Alison Lawrie said: “This is out of character for Michael and concerns are growing for his welfare. I am appealing to anyone who might have seen him, or if Michael himself sees this appeal, to please get in touch with officers.”

Anyone with information is asked call 101, quoting reference number 0947 of July 4, 2023.

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