A MISSING 59-year-old man from north Shropshire has now been found, police confirmed.

Andrew Orrell, who has links to Whitchurch but is also known to spend time at the meres in the Ellesmere area, was found by the police after missing since Thursday (July 20).

Police, alongside  Mr Orrell's family, were “becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare”.

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Mr Orrell has been found 'safe and well' and the police are thanking everyone who contributed to the investigation.

In a tweet, a police spokesperson shared: "A 59-year-old man who was missing from north Shropshire over the weekend has been found safe and well.

"Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal and contacted us with information."