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My brother has gone missing

179 replies

maewest · 03/10/2006 14:12

He went out to work yesterday morning and didn't turn up. My mum got at phone call from them at 10am asking where he was. He's 26 and lives at home, but is v shy and reserved person, def not a 'lad'. He's now been out all night and my parents have called the police. They are both so worried and I feel so far away from them right now .

That's it really...

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Sparkler1 · 06/10/2006 20:58

Take care and have a lovely weekend. xx

makemineadouble · 06/10/2006 21:07

Of course if he does just roll up? you will slap him wont you? 26 is qiite grown up not to text someone?!

fairyjay · 07/10/2006 08:07

You are absolutely right to give some time to your own family.

makemineadouble · 09/10/2006 07:42

Not looked in since Friday Really hope you have good news today x

israel · 09/10/2006 12:32

Just thinking of you Maewest...any news of your brother?

Spookler1 · 09/10/2006 12:37

I've been wondering too.

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maewest · 09/10/2006 13:23

We still haven't spoken to him BUT the police have confirmed that he has been using his debit card in Cornwall, and that he has bought another train ticket today. We hope this means he is heading home. It's really strange, but the town he went to is the place I would have chosen if I was to do something like this myself (not that I'm considering it!).

I will let you know if we have further news, but at least it seems he's out there.

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fairyjay · 09/10/2006 13:30

Glad you're feeling a bit easier now

israel · 09/10/2006 13:34

I am so pleased that he is out there doing something...and the police are able to keep you informed.
Keep strong....and give him lots of love when he returns.
God bless

FioFio · 09/10/2006 13:36

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HELLisHeavenis · 09/10/2006 13:37

I'm really please you know where he is. I hope he heads home soon.

DastardlyDevilishDior · 09/10/2006 13:38

Thank goodness. I'm so pleased for you.

Marina · 09/10/2006 13:40

So pleased you know his rough whereabouts maewest, and that he could be heading home now. Best of luck to you all (and SO glad to hear that all ended OK for you too Israel, have never forgotten what you went through )

CheesyFeetcomingtoGETyou · 09/10/2006 13:42

Glad to hear that you have some positive news Maewest.

CountessDracula · 09/10/2006 13:43

oh brilliant!

joelallie · 09/10/2006 13:59

Great news!

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maewest · 09/10/2006 14:09

Thanks all

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essbee · 09/10/2006 15:01

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maewickedwitchofthewest · 09/10/2006 17:22

Just got off the phone, the police have contacted my mum and were able to tell her that my brother is towards Stockport. She checked the fixture lists, and sure enough, Stevenage have an away match there tomorrow night. She's going to get in touch with the co-ordinator of the supporters club, who knows my brother well, and ask him to keep an eye out. My parents are considering going to the match, but not sure whether this is the right thing to do.

This confirms that it is definitely him, but can't help feeling more than a little cross that he hasn't called my parents. I think he doesn't realise how much they care about him. Maybe if one of his football mates talks to him, it may get through to him. Fingers crossed.

leander · 09/10/2006 17:23

Sounds positive, glad he is safe.

cupsnakes · 09/10/2006 17:25

Excellent news. Hope you get to make contact with him soon.

makemineadouble · 09/10/2006 18:50

So pleased that he is ok I know exactly how you feel, when my bro finally came home not knowing what all the fuss was about(and abit defensive!?) I did'nt know whether to kiss him or kick him once again really pleased

Caribbeanqueen · 09/10/2006 18:52

Brilliant news, glad he is safe. Hope he gets in touch soon.

Blu · 09/10/2006 18:56

I've been checking this thread and thinking of you maewest - very very relieved for you and your family.
Phew!

lucy5 · 09/10/2006 19:10

So glad that you have had some positive news