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Dec 2022
People urged to 'be vigilant' for Ripon man missing for two weeks
Police have urged people to be vigilant for sightings of a Ripon man who has been missing for two weeks.
Gavin Dhont, 45, was last seen in the city on Tuesday, December 6 and officers said they are extremely worried for his welfare.
Gavin enjoys walks in areas including the Hell Wath, Studley Roger, Studley Royal Park and along the River Ure. He also enjoys visiting Ripon Wetlands.
North Yorkshire Police has urged people to keep an eye out for him over Christmas.
Inspector Ed Rogerson said:
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Police are asking residents and business owners in these areas, and along Princess Road and Lead Lane, to check any video doorbells which may hold footage of Gavin.
The force has also issued posters and leaflets in the area to encourage people to keep looking for him.
Gavin Dhont, who has been reported missing for two weeks.
In an appeal last week, Luc, Gavin’s dad, said:
Gavin is described as of thin build with short dark brown hair.
Anyone who has seen him since he went missing or who believes they know his whereabouts is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police as a matter of urgency on 101, or call 999 in an emergency and quote either his name or reference 12220219012.
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