***Update - Now Found Safe & Well*** Major Search Underway Across Sefton for Missing 89 Year Old Woman

A major search operation is currently taking place across parts of Sefton this evening as police continue to look for Pat Garrigan, aged 89, from Litherland.

Pat went wandering earlier today and has not yet returned home. There is a significant police presence in the area, with multiple police vehicles actively searching and the police helicopter assisting from above.

Pat is living with dementia and is likely to be confused or disorientated. Members of the public are asked to remain vigilant.

If you believe you have seen Pat, please approach calmly and gently and contact ( ***Number removed as Pat was found***)

Please share this appeal across Sefton to help bring Pat home safely.