Overview
- Greater Manchester Police said the man, identified only as James, has been found and returned home safe and well.
- James was reported missing on January 24 after he was last seen around 4pm at Bury’s Mill Gate Shopping Centre.
- Police had said they were increasingly concerned for his welfare and circulated his image on social media.
- Local outlets amplified the appeal, describing him as a white male, 5ft 10in, last seen in light-coloured trousers and a grey hooded jacket with red and white trim.
- Media reports cited different police log numbers for tip-offs—2512 and 2515—though GMP later confirmed he was safely located.