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North Yorkshire Police call in RAF helicopter in urgent search for missing Dales walker, 74

Tue 19 Oct

David McCartney

Tue 19 Oct 2021  @ 10:56am
YorkMix
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Police have brought in an RAF helicopter and fell rescue team in a search for a man who has been missing for more than 24 hours.

A spokesman for North Yorkshire Police said:

“We are currently searching for David McCartney, 74, who was last seen at his home address in Keighley on Tuesday.”

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“David told his family he was heading on a walking expedition and would be approximately 4-5 hours. He travelled to the Craven area in a black Volvo 62 plate V60.

“We are currently carrying out enquiries to locate him but are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.

“To assist with the search, we have called in the Upper Wharfdale Fell Rescue association and the RAF who are assisting with a helicopter.”

David was wearing a blue kagool, red trousers, and an orange and brown striped scarf and he was carrying a red and black rucksack.

Anyone who has seen David, or his vehicle, or has information that could assist the police, is asked to call 101. If you have an immediate sighting please dial 999.

The reference number is NYP-18102021-0505.


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