Appeal to trace missing GMP officer

Detective Constable Keith Baron

Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of an officer who has gone missing.

Shortly before 5.20pm on Tuesday 16 February 2010, police were called to a house in Littleborough, Rochdale, following reports a man was missing.

Detective Constable Keith Baron from the Rochdale division was last seen a short time before 3.45pm.

He has heart problems and does not have his medication with him.

He is described as white, 5ft 9in tall, of medium build with short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a black jumper and blue jeans.

Keith also has access to a Fiat Ulysee people carrier, registration MT53 HNY.

Anyone who has seen Keith or knows of his whereabouts is asked to call Greater Manchester Police on 0161 872 5050.

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UPDATE

Detective Constable Keith Baron, who was reported missing shortly before 5.20pm on Tuesday 16 February 2010, has been found.

He has been taken to hospital where he is being assessed.