Police search for missing Bayston Hill man
Police have launched a major search for a 54-year-old man missing from his home at Bayston Hill, near Shrewsbury.
They are concerned for the safety of David John Clode who was last seen at 12.30pm yesterday.
Although there have been no reported sightings since then, Mr Clode has sent several text messages.
Police Constable Stephanie Coombes, the investigating officer, said:
"There is growing concern for Mr Clode's well-being. His wife, children and mother are all extremely worried and are desperate to have him back home.
"They are appealing for him to get in touch in person and want him home safe and well. His family has stressed that any concerns playing on his mind can be sorted out - they just want him back."
More than a dozen officers are involved in the search. They have been in touch with friends and acquaintances to see if he has made contact but to no avail.
Mr Clode is described as being slightly built, about 5ft 7ins tall, wears glasses and has short brown hair, greying on the sides.
He was last seen wearing jeans or cords and a white and grey jumper.
Police believe he is likely to be still in Shropshire, one possibility being the Callow Hill area near Minsterley.
