Ben Barnsley, from Braintree, has now been found after being reported missing.
Police were concerned for the welfare of the 30-year-old who had been reported missing from Braintree.
Mr Barnsley was last seen in the Bartram Avenue area of the town shortly after 7.30pm on Wednesday.
Essex Police would like to thank for the public's support and for sharing their appeal.
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