POLICE are growing increasingly concerned for the safety of a man who went missing from his home more than a week ago.
Derek Raymond Brinkley, 52, of Ripon, was last seen by his wife on January 12. He last contacted her on January 14.
Police are concerned for his welfare because it is out of character for him to be out of contact for so long.
Mr Brinkley is believed to have taken his car with him, a blue Daewoo Matiz, registration number W824 VHN.
He is described as 5ft 6in, stocky with short grey hair, blue eyes and a pale complexion.
When he was last seen he was wearing grey pin-striped trousers, a blue shirt, black jacket and black shoes.
Police are asking Mr Brinkley to contact them or his family to let them know he is safe.
Anyone who can help trace Mr Brinkley is asked to call police on 0845-60-60-24-7.
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