Missing Chorley man’s disappearance ‘out of character’ as police launch public appeal

The disappearance of a Chorley man is “out of character,” according to Lancashire Police.

Stephen Howarth has not been seen since Thursday morning (April 13).

Police said this is “out of character for him” and he has not been in contact with his family.

The 41-year-old is approximately 5ft 7ins tall, of slim build and has tattoos on his arms.

Police are asking for the public's help to find Stephen Howarth who is missing (Credit: Lancashire Police)placeholder image
Police are asking for the public's help to find Stephen Howarth who is missing (Credit: Lancashire Police)
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He was last seen wearing dark blue work shorts, a dark blue sweatshirt and beige rigger boots.

Officers believe Stephen might have travelled to the Lake District..

Anyone with information about Stephen’s whereabouts should call 101 or email [email protected], quoting 1231 of April 13.

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