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Police issue update on the search for Skelmersdale pensioner missing for a week

Police have renewed its appeal to find a missing Skelmersdale man who has now been missing for a week.

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Lancashire Constabulary remain extremely concerned for Brian Blakeman’s welfare and the search continues to find the 77-year-old.

The force thanked the people of Skelmersdale[2] for their heartfelt support from throughout the search and they continue to ask them to be vigilant and look out for Brian as they go about their daily business.

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Brian Blakeman was last seen on December 5Brian Blakeman was last seen on December 5
Brian Blakeman was last seen on December 5

Insp John Bent, neighbourhood inspector for West Lancashire[4], said: “Today marks a week since Brian went missing.

“He was last seen at his home address in Skelmersdale on Tuesday, 5th December. Since then, we have conducted many enquiries and today we renew our appeal to find Brian.

“We have conducted lots and lots of house-to-house enquiries – hundreds of houses – and we have checked lots of CCTV[5] to try and work out which route Brian has taken from his home address which will further inform our search.

“Our police search advisor-led teams have been conducting searches alongside our mounted officers, drones, the police helicopter, and underwater search team.

Insp Bent speaking to the mediaInsp Bent speaking to the media
Insp Bent speaking to the media

“We have been assisted by mountain rescue teams and our partner agency Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, as well as the West Lancashire Council ranger service.

“They have been out helping us with the open ground searches.

“We have been out around the West Lancashire area, in many areas of Skelmersdale which are less travelled. We are looking for any clues as to where Brian is.”

Brian is believed to be wearing a blue jacket fleece with an Everton FC badge, blue jeans and black and white Lacoste trainers.

Insp Bent added: “Brian was last seen by his partner eating breakfast about 9am last Tuesday.

“His partner then left for an appointment.

“Brian has then gone missing.

“We are trying to work out why and where he has gone as we look to find him safe and well.

“We have worked through a lot of CCTV which has told us a lot about where he hasn’t been.

“That has enabled us to rule out certain roads where he hasn’t been down.

“From where he lives takes you very quickly into a rural area where there is no CCTV coverage.

“We appeal to the public to look out for Brian and be vigilant when they are out and about.

“I would like to say a huge thank-you to the community of Skelmersdale for the huge support they have given us – the police and Brian’s family greatly appreciate that.”

References

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  2. ^ Skelmersdale (www.wigantoday.net)
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Lancashire Police: More tributes pour in for Assistant Chief Constable Peter Lawson who died aged 50

Tributes pour in for senior Lancashire Police officer who died over the weekend aged 50.

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Yesterday (Sunday, December 10), the force announce the death of Assistant Chief Constable Peter Lawson who died at his home address that morning in what is believed to be a medical-related death.

At the time of the announcement, Lancashire Police paid their own tribute[2] to the officer but overnight many more have come in from across the Lancashire community.

Take a look at some of the many touching tributes below:

Tributes have been paid to Assistant Chief Constable Peter Lawson who passed away on Sunday, December 11.Tributes have been paid to Assistant Chief Constable Peter Lawson who passed away on Sunday, December 11.
Tributes have been paid to Assistant Chief Constable Peter Lawson who passed away on Sunday, December 11.

PNE Police: “As a PC it’s rare to come into direct contact with ACPO ranks, however, as a football officer the regularity of “having the ear” of ACC’s & DCC’s increases considerably. Mr Lawson was regularly a Commander for #pnefc games & was a tremendous leader & support to me over the years”

Blackpool Council: “We are deeply saddened to hear this sad news. ACC Peter Lawson worked closely with many councillors and officers, he was well liked and respected by all. Our thoughts are with his loved ones and @LancsPolice colleagues.”

Chief Fire Officer for Lancashire Justin Johnston QFSM: “Awful news. All of our thoughts are with Pete’s family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.”

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Andy Brown from the Environment Agency North West: “Shocking news. Having been lucky enough to have seen Pete work in emergencies he was clearly a person of the highest order. Thinking of his family, friends & colleagues.”

The National Police Lead for Child Protection Ian Critchley QPM: “My deepest thoughts at this very sad news are with Pete s family , friends and all his colleagues@LancsPolice. Pete your professionalism, dedication to public service , humility, and compassion will be very much missed by many . Taken too soon. Rest in Peace.”

Lancashire Police Federation Chair Zeg Awan: “All at Lancashire Police Federation are devastated at the news of the death of ACC Peter Lawson. Pete was a lovely man, well liked and respected by all. Our thoughts are with Pete’s family, friends and close colleagues at this awful time.”

South Wales Police: “We’re incredibly sorry to hear this news, and our thoughts and condolences are with ACC Lawson’s family, friends and colleagues. Rest in peace.”

References

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  2. ^ paid their own tribute (www.lep.co.uk)
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