Update: Man who went missing from Royal Preston Hospital with potentially contagious condition
By Nicola Adam
Published 1st Aug 2026, 18:51 GMT
He was caught on camera leaving the hospital.
Police say they have found a man who went missing from Royal Preston Hospital with a potentially contagious health condition,
Lancashire Police appealed for help to locate the 51-year-old, who has gone missing after leaving Royal Preston Hospital on Tuesday morning.
Authorities expressed concern for his wellbeing and have warned the public not to approach him, as he may have a contagious health condition.
He left the hospital wearing a blue surgical face mask.
Lancashire Police confirmed he has been found.