Missing Blackpool pensioner, 76, returns home safe and well

An urgent search for a missing pensioner in Blackpool has been called of after the 76-year-old was found safe at her home.
By Matthew Calderbank
Published 12th Oct 2020, 09:40 BST
Updated 12th Oct 2020, 15:24 BST
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Barbara Janka, 76, was reported missing yesterday (Sunday, October 11) after she was last seen at a home in Hilton Avenue, off Lytham Road, in South Shore.

But this morning (Monday, October 12), a spokesman for Lancashire Police confirmed that Mrs Janka has returned home safe.

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The force said: "Missing Barbara Janka, 76, from Blackpool has returned to her home address and is safe and well.

"Thanks to everyone who shared and responded to our appeal!"

On Sunday evening, police shared a missing person's appeal, saying they were "very concerned" for Mrs Janka's welfare.

Officers had begun an urgent search for her around Blackpool and her picture was circulated by Lancashire Police on social media.

The force had asked anyone who might spot Barbara to call 999 immediately.

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