UPDATE: Alex has now been found and police have thanked everybody who shared their appeal. 

POLICE are appealing to find a missing man as his family grow increasingly concerned for his welfare.

Alex Rutter, 52, from Bishop's Waltham was reported missing on Monday, June 6.

Alex is white, around 6ft tall, with short grey hair and of slight build.

As well as Bishop's Waltham, Alex also has links to Stoke-on-Trent and Shropshire.

Officers and his family are extremely concerned for his welfare.

If you have seen him or have any information on his whereabouts, then please call 101, quoting the reference 44220227019.

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