Appeal as man with dementia goes missing after leaving Manchester Royal Infirmary

Police are appealing for help to find a missing man with dementia who was last seen leaving the Manchester Royal Infirmary.

Phillip Moore left the hospital this morning (Friday), police said. The 69-year-old was believed to be heading towards the city centre.

Officers said he may have also been heading towards his home in Stockport. Members of the public are being urged to keep an eye out for him.

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A picture of Phillip has been shared on social media by police as part of an appeal. Alongside the photo, an officer wrote: "#Missing - Phillip MOORE (69), suffers with dementia and has left the MRI this morning believed to be heading to the city centre.

"Phillip may also be heading to his home address in Stockport. Please keep an eye out and let us know if you come across him."

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