Police search for missing 70-year-old Preston man

A search is under way for a 70-year-old man who has disappeared from his home in Preston.

Police say they are becoming concerned for the welfare of Roger Potter, who was last seen in Inkerman Street at around 1pm yesterday afternoon (Monday, December 7).

Roger is described as having a large build and short grey hair, and he had been wearing a short-sleeved navy blue polo shirt, red and black Gore-Tex jacket, black trousers, blue shoes and glasses.

Anyone with information in relation to the whereabouts of Roger is asked to contact Lancashire Police on 101, quoting reference LC-20201207-1051.

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