URGENT UPDATE: Authorities are in a race against time to locate Graham, a vulnerable 77-year-old pensioner who has been reported missing from the Forest of Dean. Police fear he could now be in Monmouthshire following his last sighting on March 3, 2023.
According to Gwent Police, acting on behalf of Gloucestershire Constabulary, Graham was last seen between 11 AM and 12 PM outside the Texaco Garage on Old Station Way, just outside Coleford. He is believed to be traveling on foot and has a history of walking long distances, raising urgent concerns for his welfare.
Graham is described as 5ft 8ins tall, of slim build, and bald. He wears glasses and is noted for a slight stoop and shuffling gait. At the time he went missing, he was dressed in a black beanie hat, a black and white checked scarf, a dark blue jumper, and blue jeans, which appeared dirty on CCTV footage. He was also wearing black trainers.
Police have released updated images of Graham in hopes of generating leads. Officers have been actively searching the area but are calling on the public for assistance. If anyone has seen Graham or has information about his whereabouts, they are urged to contact authorities immediately.
If you see Graham or have any details, please call police on 101 and quote incident 200 of March 4. For those who spot him in real-time, dial 999 and request police assistance.
The urgency of this situation cannot be understated as officers remain deeply concerned for Graham’s safety. Every moment counts in this critical search. Please share this information widely to help bring Graham home safely.
