Public urged 'call 999' if they spot elderly man with cane missing from Longbridge in Birmingham

An urgent appeal has been launched to find an elderly man from Birmingham who has gone missing from his home. John was last seen early on Saturday (September 14) morning in Longbridge in the south of the city.

The 83-year-old walks with a cane and is believed to have his cane with him. Now West Midlands Police has issued an appeal asking for the public’s help to find him.

Anyone who spots John is urged to call 999 immediately.

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In issuing the missing person appeal, a spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “Have you seen John, aged 83, who’s missing from Longbridge? John was last seen 7.16am, wearing a dark navy jacket, black shoes and black jeans.

“He walks with a cane, which he had with him when he was last seen. Call 999 if you see John, quoting log 1439-140924.”