A man reported as missing from the Stockton area and the subject of an “urgent” police appeal earlier today (Saturday October 29) has been found safely.

Cleveland Police asked anyone who may have seen Kenneth Parkinson, or who may know of his whereabouts, to call them immediately.

But shortly after 12-noon the force confirmed the 45-year-old man, “has been located safely.”

It thanked all those who shared the appeal.

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