Update 16.26: Further to the earlier appeal, missing man James Barnikel, was found safe and well in Newport on the Isle of Wight this afternoon (Monday, October 10, 2011). Police would like to thank the media, members of the public, and local businesses for all their assistance with the appeal.
This in from the Police, please get in touch if you can help. In their own words. Ed
Police are appealing for information to find a vulnerable man reported missing on the Isle of Wight.
James Irwin Barnikel, aged 28, of Argyll Street, Ryde, Isle of Wight, was last seen at Newport Bus Station on the afternoon of Sunday, October 9, 2011 when he was due to catch a bus to Ryde.
Concerns were raised when Mr Barnikel did not arrive as expected in Ryde last night (Sunday).
Officers are pursuing several lines of enquiry, including checks with public transport operators, and searches of areas on the island where Mr Barnikel has been known to travel.
Description
Mr Barnikel is described as:
> White
> 5 ft 5 ins to 5 ft 6 ins tall
> Stocky build
> Receding dark brown hair
> Dark brown beard
Mr Barnikel has cerebral palsy, which means his right arm is in a vertical position from the elbow upwards, and his right fist is clenched.
Get in touch
Anyone who sees Mr Barnikel or who has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact Newport Police Station by phoning 101.
Mini-Com users can call the police on 01962 875000. Information can be given anonymously by calling the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.
