A large-scale search operation is underway in freezing temperatures to locate a missing man from Sittingbourne, Kent.
Andrew Bekusch, a 47-year-old resident, was last seen around 6:30 am on Monday, January 15, 2024, in the Sheerness Road area of Lower Halstow.
As the hours passed, concerns for his safety grew, prompting a determined effort to locate him.
Mr. Bekusch is described as a white male, approximately five feet eight inches tall, with a stocky build.
He possesses dark brown hair, a full beard, and brown eyes, further distinguished by a tattoo of a black dragon on his left arm and shoulder.
When he disappeared, he was dressed in a dark hooded top, dark jogging bottoms, and brown boots.
Police believe that Andrew Bekusch is currently on foot, which raises concerns given the sub-zero temperatures in the region.
Kent Police have issued a public appeal for any information regarding Mr. Bekusch’s whereabouts.
They urge anyone who may have spotted him to immediately contact 999, quoting reference 15-1168. The search operation is ongoing, and officers from Kent Police are tirelessly working to gather any information that may aid in the discovery of Andrew Bekusch and ensure his safe return.