Police provided an update on the search for a missing man last seen more than two weeks ago in Timperley.

Anthony Williamson, or Tony, was last seen on CCTV on Greenway Road at 11.12am on December 19.

The 62-year-old is white, around six feet tall, and he was wearing blue Berghaus fleece, blue cargo trousers, and a black coat. He was carrying a backpack.

Police provided an update on the search in which they said it remains "active".

Messenger Newspapers: Anthony was last seen on Riddings Road and Park Road

Detective Inspector Paul Costello, of GMP Trafford, said: "Our investigation into Tony's disappearance remains active and fulsome.

"We have been conducting thorough searches of the areas Tony was last seen as well as the areas he is known to frequent and enjoy.

"As well as expert search officers and high visibility patrols, resources from our Specialist Operations branch, such as our police dogs, underwater search and drone teams have been assisting to ensure every enquiry is explored, as with any high risk missing person investigation.

"We understand this time has been and continues to be incredibly difficult for the family, and we continue to provide them with specialist support whilst the investigation continues.

"We would continue to appeal for the public to share our appeals, and share any information, no matter how small, with us, if you believe you have seen or know where Tony is."

Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or the LiveChat on gmp.police.uk.

They can contact police on 999 in an emergency.


This article was written by Jack Tooth. To contact him, email jack.tooth@newsquest.co.uk or follow @JTRTooth on Twitter.