Police appeal to find missing man

Date published: 13 January 2025


Rochdale police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating a missing man from the area.

Jake, aged 40, was last seen on 11 January 2025 near Bridge Street in Heywood. Described as being 5ft 5in tall, of medium build, with a shaved head and dark stubble, Jake was wearing all black at the time of his disappearance. He is believed to have been carrying a hospital blanket.

A police spokesperson said the department is urging anyone with information to come forward as soon as possible, saying: “If you have any information, please call police on 101 quoting 441 of 11/01/25."

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