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Dec 2022
Police 'extremely worried' for Ripon man missing for nine days
North Yorkshire Police has tonight renewed its appeal for information following the disappearance of a man from Ripon.
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.
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.
Gavin also has connections to Scarborough and may have travelled there.
Another photo of Gavin
A number of enquiries have been carried out since Gavin was last seen and officers are currently working to establish if a potential sighting of him on Tuesday can be confirmed.
Gavin’s Dad, Luc, said:
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Inspector Julie Earnshaw, 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.
Police said Gavin’s family has thanked everyone who has assisted with the search, including those who have shared the appeal on social media.
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