Stephen is missing from his Consett home. (Image: Durham Police)
A missing County Durham man could be near old railway lines, police have said as worries mount for his safety.
Stephen was last seen leaving his home address in the Dean Street area of Langley Park, Consett, at around 1pm yesterday afternoon (Thursday, August 1).
The 48-year-old is described as 6ft1, of slim build with white hair, and is wearing a white Liverpool football shirt, black jeans, and black Nike Air trainers.
Police have advised that Stephen is known to frequent old railway lines from Bearpark to Esh Winning, Ushaw College, and Wetlands in Langley Park.
A spokesperson for the force said: "Anybody with any information relating to his whereabouts is asked to contact Durham Police on 101."
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