‘Out of character’ disappearance of pensioner with Angus links

A family has renewed its appeal for a wife and mother from Southend who has links to the Angus area to come home.

Patricia Finnie, 64, had been to see a friend in Riviera Drive in the English seaside town on Thursday May 11, and left there sometime between 12.45pm and 1.15pm.

She was reported missing that evening after failing to come home and has not been in touch with family or friends.

Patricia’s husband Gordon, 65, said: “My wife Pat, has been missing for three weeks now and I’m deeply concerned for her wellbeing, as are our immediate family and friends, who are worried sick and missing her badly.

“Following two previous appeals, many old acquaintances and others have offered support, expressed concern at Pat’s disappearance, and are looking out for her.

“Our neighbours have been generous in their support, which has made life so much more bearable for us all.

“I implore anybody who knows of Pat’s whereabouts, thinks they have seen her recently, or recognise her in passing, to please inform the police immediately.

“I’m confident that they will attend to her immediate needs and welfare. And Pat, if you’re seeing this of your own free will, I’m desperately anxious to know that, at least, you are safe and well.

“I urge you to please contact your mother, me, or the police, so that you may return safely to the family and work out any issues that may be troubling you.”

Detective Inspector Jasmine Frost said Mrs Finnie has not been missing before and this was “very much out of character”.