George Kuti, 72, who suffers from Parkinson's Disease, was last seen leaving his home in New Park Gardens, Brightlingsea, at about 11.30am on Saturday, June 15 (Image: Archant)
A 72-year-old man who went missing from his home has been found.
A 72-year-old man who went missing from his home has been found.
George Kuti, who suffers from Parkinson’s Disease, disappeared from New Park Gardens, Brightlingsea, at about 11.30am on Saturday.
Police launched a full scale search following fears for his safety.
Mr Kuti had fallen into a ditch and became caught on barbed wire at Lower Farm Lane.
He has been taken to Colchester General Hospital.
A spokesman for Essex Police said they would like to thank everyone who helped in the search.
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