Search launched for missing man last seen in Leicester

Manuvelpillai was last seen in Leicester
-Credit:South Yorkshire Police


An urgent search is under way for a man who has been reported missing. Manuvelpillai, who is from Rotherham, has not been seen since Monday afternoon (January 13).

Manuvelpillai, who is 45, was last seen and heard from at around 1pm when it is believed he travelled on a coach from Leicester to Meadowhall, Sheffield. South Yorkshire Police described Manuvelpillai as 5ft 8 ins and of medium build. He has short black hair and a beard.

When he was last seen, he was believed to be wearing black jeans, a brown jumper, black jacket, and black and white shoes. As part of their appeal, police released an image of Manuvelpillai.

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Manuvelpillai as 5ft 8 ins and of a medium build
Manuvelpillai is described as 5ft 8 ins and of a medium build -Credit:South Yorkshire Police

Officers say they are becoming increasingly concerned for Manuvelpillai’s welfare. Anyone who has seen Manuvelpillai or knows where he might be now is asked to call South Yorkshire police on 101, quoting incident 305 of 15 January 2025.

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