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Missing Crayford man, 85, who was last seen in Shepherds Lane, Dartford, spotted on Ring doorbell

10:56, 27 October 2023

updated: 14:31, 27 October 2023

Police are asking for dashcam footage and information to help find an elderly man who went missing three days ago.

Bob, from Crayford, was last seen at around 3.54am on October 24 in Galloway Drive heading in the direction of Station Road and Dartford Heath.

Bob, 85, was last seen on October 24. Picture: Met Police
Bob, 85, was last seen on October 24. Picture: Met Police

The 85-year-old was spotted on a Ring doorbell wearing a light blue or grey coat and trousers

He has a distinct stooped walk, which the force believes could help identify him.

Met Police and his family becoming extremely concerned for his welfare and have now appealed to the public for anyone who may know something to come forward.

Detective Inspector Kirsten Hadleigh from Met’s South East Public Protection Unit said: “Bob is vulnerable and suffers with dementia which is why it is important we find him fast.

“My concern that Bob is in danger increases every moment that he remains missing.

“We are now appealing to the public for their assistance, I would like to hear from anyone who may have seen Bob over the past few days.

“I would urge people to check dash cam or other camera footage from the Dartford Heath, Shepherds Lane areas from 4am-5am on October 24.

“This footage may have captured Bob and this could prove vital in our efforts to find him.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or post @MetCC quoting reference 23MIS035913 to provide information.

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