A MUCH-LOVED man has not been seen since going for a morning walk on Tuesday.
Brian Blakeman, from Skelmersdale, went for his usual morning walk on Tuesday, December 5, at around 7am.
The 77-year-old, who has links to St Helens, Liverpool, and Warrington, has not been seen since.
The last sighting of Everton fan Brian, who suffers from dementia, was in the Tanhouse area of Skelmersdale.
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Since his disappearance, Brian's panicked family has been desperately searching for his whereabouts, and Lancashire Police has also launched an appeal and search to find him.
A spokesperson from Lancashire Police said: "We wanted to let you know we are still looking for missing Brian Blakeman and we are doing all we can to find him.
"Brian, 77, is missing from Skelmersdale and we are concerned for his welfare – we want to get him back to his family as soon as possible.
"You might well see us out and about or hear or see the helicopter in the area. If you’ve got information or concerns, just come and speak to us.
"Brian was last seen in the Tanhouse area of Skelmersdale on Tuesday, December 5.
"Brian is 5ft 7, slim build, with short light brown/grey hair, clean shaven.
"It is thought he is wearing a dark blue fleece jacket, navy blue jeans and white trainers.
"If you do see him, he might appear to be confused.
"If you see Brian or know where he might be please call 999."
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