Police search for missing James, 29, with links to Hindley

James, 29, from Wigan <i>(Image: GMP)</i>
James, 29, from Wigan (Image: GMP)
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Police say they are becoming "increasingly concerned" for a missing man.

James, from Wigan, was last seen via video message on Friday, August 21, 2026, at around 10.45am.

His last location is unknown, but he has connections to the Hindley area.

James, 29, from Wigan (Image: GMP)

James is described as a white male, about 5ft 10in, stocky, with short light brown hair and a short ginger beard.

He is believed to be wearing a red top and a black jacket.

Anyone with information should contact Greater Manchester Police on 0161 856 7145, quoting MSP/06LL/0001826/26.

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