Concerns for welfare of unknown man, after clothes found by Newton Abbot pond

There was nothing among the items that could identify the owner

Author: Sophie SquiresPublished 2nd Aug 2021

Multiple items of clothing have been found by a large pond in Newton Abbot, sparking concerns for the welfare on an unknown man.

Police made the discovery in the Jetty Marsh area last Thursday.

There was nothing among the items that could help them identify the owner.

Officers are now asking for the public's help. A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said:

"Police are concerned for the welfare of an unknown man after several items of clothing were found by a large pond in the Jetty Marsh area of Newton Abbot on Thursday 29 July.

"Officers are appealing for any information to help with their enquiries, as there was nothing among the items that could identify the owner.

"If you or someone you know has lost a pair of 34 waist blue skinny jeans with ripped knees and a pair of size 9 white Puma RS-X trainers, or you have any information that may help us identify the owner, please contact police via email at 101@dc.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting Log 231 of Thursday 29 July."

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