Search for missing kidnap victim

Police are trying to find Paul Brady, 44, from Rochdale who was kidnapped in broad daylight from Beaufort Road in Bacup on 1 August.

A man has been charged with conspiracy to kidnap in connection with the incident, but police said Mr Brady is still missing.

A member of the public called the police when they spotted the man being taken, a police spokesman said.

A 34-year-old from Burnley has appeared before the town's magistrates where he was remanded in custody.

A police spokesman said: "The whereabouts of Paul Brady are still unknown and the inquiry continues to secure his safe release."

Officers are appealing for anyone with information about Mr Brady to contact them.