Continued appeal to find missing man from Southport

We are urgently appealing for information to help find a vulnerable missing man from Southport.

Inquiries have been ongoing since Stephen Molloy, aged 60, was first reported missing three days ago and we are continuing to ask local residents in Southport and the bordering areas of Lancashire to contact us as a matter of urgency if they see him.

Stephen went missing at around 9.50pm on Thursday 4 June and was last seen in the Town Lane Kew area. It’s believed he could still be nearby, but it's also possible  he travelled further afield most likely on foot or public transport.  

Detective Chief Superintendent Helen Bennett said: “We are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of Mr Molloy and inquiries are ongoing to find him.

“We believe it’s likely that he’s still in the Southport or Lancashire border area, so we are asking local residents to please let us know if you see him. Stephen also has links to Crosby, so it’s possible he may have travelled to this area of Sefton.

“We don’t believe he has any money, so if you have offered Stephen a lift or have helped him in any way over the last three days then please let us know.

“Stephen is vulnerable and struggles to communicate. It’s possible that he’s taken shelter since he went missing on Thursday evening because he feels safe in dark places. I'd therefore ask anyone who has an outhouse or any form of shelter in a front or rear garden that could be accessible to please check.

"If you live on or near farmland it could also be possible that’s he’s sought shelter within your grounds.

“We will act on any information provided so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you see him or you think you may have any information that could assist our ongoing inquiries.”

Stephen is described as being around 6ft tall has a slim build and dark brown hair.

When last seen, he was wearing a black jumper, blue jeans and carrying a bright yellow bag. We do not believe he currently has the yellow bag with him.

If you see him, please call 999 so we can make sure he's safe.

See below for CCTV images taken from the night he went missing: