Appeal to trace missing man from Ellesmere Port

Police are appealing for information from the public to help find a missing man from Ellesmere Port.

Barry Machell was reported missing at 3pm today, Sunday 10th August, after leaving the Countess of Chester Hospital.

The 55-year-old resides in Ellesmere Port and is known to often become confused.

He is described as white, around 5’ 9” tall and with short brown hair. He was last seen wearing dark grey jogging bottoms, a grey zip-up top, and black pumps,

Officers are urging anyone who sees him or has any information regarding his whereabouts to come forward.

Inspector Dan Knox said:

“There are several officers out searching for Barry and we are increasingly concerned for his welfare.

“Barry lives in the Ellesmere Port area so he may have attempted to return home so I would ask anyone out in the area to keep an eye out for him.

"Anyone who thinks that they may have seen him or has any information in relation to his whereabouts is urged to get in touch.

“I would also ask residents living in the area to check any sheds or outbuildings in case Barry has taken shelter.”

Anyone with information or footage that may help officers find Barry is asked to call Cheshire Constabulary immediately on 101, quoting IML-2151810.

Information can also be passed on online at: 

www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us

Pictured - Barry Machell from Ellesmere Port.