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David is missing from home\"David,David, 79, is missing from home(Image: GMP)<\/p>\n

Concerns are growing for a Tameside<\/a> pensioner who is missing from home.<\/p>\n

Greater Manchester Police<\/a> says David was last seen at 7.50am this morning (September 21) on Denton<\/a> Road, in Audenshaw<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The 79-year-old is described as being 5ft 4ins tall, of slim build and with grey\/white hair.<\/p>\n

At the time he was last seen, David was wearing a black coat, brown trousers and grey trainers.<\/p>\n

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A photo of David has been shared by police on social media this afternoon as officers try to find him.<\/p>\n

A GMP spokesperson added: “Officers are becoming increasingly concerned about him and want to make sure he is safe and well.”<\/p>\n

Anyone who sees David or has information on his whereabouts is urged to contact GMP as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

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Information can be passed on by calling 101 or 999, quoting log number 1689 of September 21, 2025.<\/p>\n

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