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Police have confirmed that Robert Lawniczak, the 57-year-old man who was reported missing, has been found safe and in good health.
Lawniczak had been reported missing after he was last seen in Gozo, with his final known contact dating back to Monday evening at around 7pm. Following public appeals and ongoing investigations, he has now been located.
The Police have thanked members of the public for their assistance and cooperation during the search.
Earlier:
Family appeal for information on 57-year-old Polish man reported missing in Gozo
Police have issued an appeal for information after 57-year-old Robert Lawniczak was reported missing. He was last seen in Gozo, with his disappearance reported on Wednesday evening.
According to police, anyone with information is urged to contact Police GHQ on 21 224001 or 119, even anonymously, or visit the nearest police station.
Additional details shared publicly indicate that Lawniczak was last in contact on Monday at around 6.30pm. His phones went dead on Tuesday and no last location ping is currently available. A welfare check at his residence on Tuesday night found the apartment empty, though his backpack was packed, suggesting he may have stepped out briefly and intended to return.
An appeal has been made to residents in the Xerri’s Grotto and Cornucopia area of Xagħra to check properties, gardens, sheds, garages, construction sites, and nearby open land or valleys. Lawniczak may be wearing an orange hoodie and/or a dark blue jacket and may be incapacitated or stuck.
Speaking to Talk News, Lawniczak’s partner said she last heard from him on Monday evening, when he messaged her saying he would be travelling to Malta the following day. He was expected to deliver a car to a colleague in Malta on Tuesday but never arrived. She added that while he enjoyed long walks, he usually went with his dog, which on this occasion was with her in Malta.
After losing contact, she travelled to Gozo, found his apartment empty, and filed a report with police. Investigations are ongoing.
Anyone who may have seen Robert Lawniczak or has information is urged to contact the police immediately on 112 or 2122 4001.
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