A missing man from Exeter has been found following a police search. Malcolm Hilson, 38, was reported missing after he was last seen in Alphington at around 3.30pm on Friday, March 15.
Devon and Cornwall Police appealed for information on his whereabouts. Officers believed he could have been in the Newton Abbot area.
In an update given today (March 28) Devon and Cornwall Police said Malcolm had been found. The force said: "Malcolm Hilson, 38, who had been reported missing from the Exeter area on Tuesday 19 March, has been found safe by police. We would like to thank members of the public for their help."
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Malcolm Hilson has been found
LOCATED | Malcolm Hilson, 38, who had been reported missing from the #Exeter area on Tuesday 19 March, has been found safe by police.
— Devon & Cornwall Police (@DC_Police) March 28, 2024
We would like to thank members of the public for their help. pic.twitter.com/VcGvRKiKxt
Police appeal
Devon and Cornwall Police said: "Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of 38-year-old Malcolm Hilson, who has been reported missing from the Exeter area.
"Malcolm was last seen in the Alphington area of Exeter on 15 March at 3.30pm.
"He is described as a white male of stocky build, with light brown, possibly shaved hair and a scar on his right cheek. He is 5ft 11in tall.
"He usually wears Superdry clothing – hoodie, jeans, walking shoes and normally carries a rucksack.
"He is believed to be in the Newton Abbot area.
"If you have seen Malcolm, or know of his whereabouts, please call police immediately on 999, quoting log number 485 of 19 March."
