POLICE divers are continuing to search waterways in and around Northwich for a missing man last seen 10 days ago.

Officers from the North West Police Underwater Search & Marine Unit have been called in to assist in the search for Russell Tomlinson.

The 42-year-old, who lives in Northwich but has links to Knutsford and Alsager, was last seen at around 8.30pm on Friday, November 18, in Waitrose on London Road.

As part of their investigation into his disappearance, police discovered Russell had then made his way back to his home address in the Chapel Court area.

Russell is described as white, 6’3” tall, of a medium build with short dark hair which is receding at the front.

When he was last seen he was wearing a black coat, black beanie hat and a rucksack.

Northwich Guardian: Police water units have been called in to help with the search for Russell TomlinsonPolice water units have been called in to help with the search for Russell Tomlinson (Image: Cheshire Police)

Cheshire Police are continuing to appeal for any information which could assist in their search.

Detective Sergeant James Elliott said: “We have had several officers out and about searching for Russell but this has so far come to no avail.

"Now more than a week has passed since Russell was last seen and we are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.

"We have been following several enquiries which shows him walking back home, near to Turners Sandwich Bar, on London Road towards the direction of the railway arches at around 8.30pm on November 18.”

“We know that he has then left his coat, that he is seen wearing in the CCTV image, at home before leaving his address again.

"We are asking anyone who may have CCTV in and around the London Road area or even dashcam and smart doorbell footage, to review their footage from 8.30pm as we believe this could assist us in our search for Russell.

Northwich Guardian: A CCTV image of the last time Russell was seenA CCTV image of the last time Russell was seen (Image: Cheshire Police)

“I would urge anyone who believes that they may have seen Russell or may have any information, no matter how small, to please contact us.

“I also want to appeal directly to Russell. If you see this, please contact us to let us know that you are safe and well.”

Anyone within any information in relation to the whereabouts of Russell asked to contact Cheshire Police online at or call 101, quoting IML 1416611.

Alternatively information can be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers online or via 0800 555 111.