Missing Norfolk man found in London area safe and well

John Boyd had a tracking device fitted by family members, but was not wearing it on Tuesday, police said

A missing 77-year-old man from Norfolk has been found safe and well in the London area, police have said.

John Boyd, who was described by police as having "vulnerabilities", was last seen near his home in Downham Market, Norfolk, on Tuesday evening.

Norfolk Constabulary said Mr Boyd's family have been informed.

Dozens of police officers, members of the public and the coastguard had been involved in the search.

People were asked to check sheds and outbuildings for Mr Boyd

Norfolk Lowland Search and Rescue, drones and police dogs were also involved in the search, which has included woodland, dykes and fields.

Norfolk Police went door-to-door in Downham Market as part of their search effort

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