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Police appeal to trace missing man
Police are appealing for information to trace missing Kieron Conway from Huddersfield.
Kieron, 38, was last seen at about 12.30pm today in the Almondbury area.
He is described as white, 6ft 1 tall and slim with brown shoulder length wavy hair.
He was last seen wearing a green jacket and white Nike hat.
DS Oliver Coates of Huddersfield CID, said: “We are increasingly concerned for Oliver’s welfare and would like to speak to anyone who may have seen him or have any information about his location.
“Our enquiries are ongoing around the Almondbury/Moldgreen and Dalton areas.
“Anyone who has any information is asked to call Kirklees CID on 101 re log 872 of August 6.”
Have you seen Roberto?
Police are appealing for help from the public in reporting any sightings of a Halifax man who has been reported missing from home.
Roberto Zaccardelli, 54, was last seen in the Boothtown area of Halifax at around 8.50am this morning (Monday, 6 August) and the police and his family are concerned for his welfare.
He is described as white, 5ft 7ins tall, of medium build, with short/bald grey hair, a thick grey beard and a black tribal tattoo on his right arm.
He was last seen wearing a pale blue, patterned, short-sleeved shirt with collar; dark-coloured jeans and grey shoes. He may be wearing a green baseball cap.
Anyone who has seen Mr Zaccardelli or with information about his potential whereabouts is asked to call Calderdale Police via 101, quoting log number 930 of 06/08.
Similarly, Mr Zaccardelli himself is asked to make contact with the police or his family to confirm he is safe and well.
Traffic round-up
It’s not looking too bad on the road network at the moment.
But watch out for the following:
* Queueing traffic on A62 Leeds road Westbound at A644 Wakefield Road (Cooper Bridge Roundabout).
* A637 Barnsley Road in Flockton is closed in both directions due to drainage works between Haigh Lane and The Sun pub. (From 30th July to 30th August)
* Halifax: Heavy traffic on A629 Salterhebble Hill and Huddersfield Road around the hospital by A646 Dryclough Lane. Travel time is six minutes.
* Slow traffic on A629 Wakefield Road inbound before A62 Southgate (Shorehead roundabout).
Second book deal for Felix
Everybody stop what you’re doing because Felix the Huddersfield Station Cat has landed her second book deal.
Not content with one bestselling biography under her collar, the Facebook-famous feline announced to her 130,000 followers today that there was to be a second instalment. The book is provisionally titled Full Steam Ahead, Felix! and is to be a series of other people’s stories and anecdotes compiled by previous author Kate Moore.
You can find out more here.
Man robbed at knifepoint in 'targeted' attack
An update on the police incident at Crow nest Park in Dewsbury last night...
A man was injured after four thugs robbed him at knifepoint in what police have described as a ‘targeted’ robbery.
The 39-year-old victim was approached by the men in the park yesterday afternoon and threatened. The men attacked him and ran off with his wallet and iPhone. The man was treated for his injuries, which are not thought to be life-threatening, in hospital.
Enquiries are ongoing.
Milnsbridge teen still missing
Police are still appealing for anyone who knows the whereabouts of a teenager from the Colne Valley.
Corey Horner, 15, was last seen at his home in Milnsbridge on July 12. He has not been seen in three weeks.
He is described as white, 5ft 10ins tall, of slim build, with short, brown hair. He was last seen wearing a dark blue/black padded body warmer, navy jogging bottoms and black Adidas trainers. Anyone who has seen him is urged to contact West Yorkshire Police.
This week's weather
If you’re wondering what’s on the cards for the weather in Huddersfield this week, expect a bit of a fresher forecast.
The Met Office say the heatwave will continue until Wednesday morning, when temperatures will return to the low 20s and accompany some showery spells.
Examiner weatherman Paul Stevens said tomorrow will be cloudy with the possibility of showers, with Wednesday also cooler.
Severe bus delays
The traffic lights and congestion are causing Manchester buses to run behind time this morning:
Accident cleared
The accident on the M62 has been cleared and the lane has now re-opened.
Accident on M62
Reports of very slow traffic on the M62 westbound as one lane is closed due to an accident between junctions 21 and 20.
Police cordon at Dewsbury park
Residents have reported a police presence at Crow Nest park in Dewsbury last night.
A police cordon was up taping off a large section at the bottom of the park with officers at the scene. We’re trying to get hold of police for more information on this.
Traffic
Here’s what’s happening on the roads:
- Queuing traffic on Manchester Road at Thornton Lodge
- Slow traffic on Wakefield Road through Mirfield
- Slow traffic on Brighouse and Denholme Road in Hipperholme
- Barnsley Road in Flockton remains closed due to drainage works between Haigh Lane and The Sun pub
All looks to be running smoothly so far on the M62 but we’ll let you know if we are notified of anything.
Latest on Hipperholme fire
Fire crews have been at a site in Hipperholme overnight after a fire broke out at the Brow Mills Industrial Estate yesterday afternoon.
Services say the blaze is now under control and has been reduced to a scaled-down operation. Crews from Rastrick and Dewsbury were at the scene until 2am and are returning there this morning to ensure it doesn’t re-ignite.
Happy Monday...
Good morning. I don’t know about you but I’m still nursing a food coma from this weekend’s Food & Drink Festival. Sit tight and we’ll bring you all the latest news and traffic updates from around town.
