OFFICERS are becoming 'increasingly concerned' for the welfare of a Northwich man who has been missing for several days.

Michael David Price, 40, was reported missing by his partner on Sunday, April 16.

Following investigations it has now been established that the last confirmed sighting of Michael was on Saturday morning, 15 April, in the Shakespeare Close area of Rudheath, and the adjacent rural area towards the Danefields estate.

As part of on-going enquiries to locate Michael officers are working closely a number of support agencies, including the National Police Air Support unit and the North West Underwater Search.

The team are also being supported by a number of volunteers from Cheshire Search and Rescue team.

Michael is described as white, approximately 6’1” tall, of slim build with green eyes and short brown greying hair.

He was last seen wearing a green Henry Lloyd parka style top, blue jeans and blue trainers.

He resides in the Winnington area of Northwich and is known to frequent Northwich town centre on a regular basis.

Ch Insp Simon Meegan said: “We are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of Michael, who has now been missing since Saturday.

“We are currently following a number of lines of enquiry and as part of the investigation I am keen to hear from anyone who believes that they may have seen Michael, or anyone matching his description.

“I would also like to appeal to Michael directly and ask him to contact us to let us know that you are okay.

“We are working closely with your friends and family who are increasingly worried about you and want to know that you are safe and well. ”

Anyone within any information in relation to the whereabouts of Michael is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 303 of April 16.

Information can also be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.