Brighton man vanishes after popping out on an errand

A 59-year-old man from Brighton has been missing for nearly a fortnight.

Sussex Police said that Michael Aplin, 59, was seen leaving his flat in Lewes Road, Brighton, by a neighbour on Tuesday 20 August.

He went to run an errand and hasn’t been seen since. His absence was reported to police on 27 August.

PC Alvin Lee said: “Mr Aplin has health issues and it is apparent that he had not prepared to leave the flat for long.

Michael Aplin

“We are concerned for his welfare and are keen to talk to anyone who may have seen him or may know where he is.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call Sussex Police on 101 or email contact.centre@sussex.pnn.police.uk.