Appeal to find Birmingham man missing for a month - but cops warn he could look different

Nick Horner

24 September 2024 at 11:16 am·1-min read

Michael Smith from Handsworth has been missing since November — -Credit: (Image: Reach Publishing Services Limited)

An appeal to find a Birmingham man who has been missing for a month has been issued by police.

Michael Smith from Handsworth has not been seen since Friday, November 19 and West Midlands Police said it is ‘increasingly concerned’ for his welfare.

It has issued an appeal to find the 55-year-old on the one-month anniversary (Sunday, December 19) since his disappearance.

Police are looking to find Michael and also his family and friends to help with the search.

A spokesman for the force said: “Can you help us find Michael Smith, 55, who's gone missing from home in Handsworth.

“He was last seen on 19 November, and we're growing increasingly concerned for him.

“We're also trying to trace his family and friends, so if you know him, please get in touch.

“While this photo is a good likeness, Michael now has shorter hair but more facial hair.

“If you see him, call 999.

“If you're a friend or relative of Michael, please get in touch via Live Chat at west-midlands.police.uk.

“Quote MPBW/12313/21.”

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