POLICE are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a pensioner who went missing.

Donald Foster was last seen in Chiltern Road, Peppard Common, at around 7pm on August 3, walking north towards the junction with Wyfold Lane.

The 89-year-old has links to Peppard Common, Sonning Common and Emmer Green and may appear unsteady on his feet.

He is a white man, about 5ft 11ins tall and he was last seen wearing a checked shirt, blue sweatshirt, beige waterproof jacket and blue checked pyjama style trousers.

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Inspector Nicola Douglas, investigating officer, said: “We are making an urgent appeal for information to find Donald, as we are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare.

“If you see a man fitting the description of Donald, please call police on 999 quoting reference number 43180238230.

“Donald has links to Peppard Common, Sonning Common and Emmer Green, so we would ask residents and motorists in these areas to please keep a look out for him.

“Donald, if you are reading or hearing this appeal, please make contact with your family or the police to let us know you are safe.”