Missing man Matthew Hume has been found safe and well.
The 31-year-old, from Leadgate, was report missing on Thursday.
A Durham Police spokespersoiin said this morning: "We're pleased to say 31-year-old Matthew Hume who went missing from Consett this morning has been found safe and well.
"Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal."
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