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Missing 88-year-old Smethwick man is found

An elderly man who went missing from his home in Smethwick has been found.

By Isabelle Parkin
Published Jul 15, 2023
Last updated Jul 15, 2023

West Midlands Police earlier said they were concerned for the welfare of the 88-year-old, identified only as Gurdev.

On Saturday night, Sandwell Police said he had been found and thanked the public for sharing their appeal.

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