A MISSING 31-year-old man is thought to be in the county after last being seen on the M40.

Stechford man Michael Griffiths, 31, was last seen driving on the northbound carriageway near junction 8a at Wheatley on Thursday last week. He was reported missing to West Midlands Police on Monday. Police described him as white, 6ft 5ins tall, slim with short brown hair.

Pc Stuart Phillips, from Stechford police, said: “According to his family, Michael not returning home is very out of character. We are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare and would urge him to contact his family or local police to confirm he is safe and well.”

Call Stechford police station on 101 with information or contact Missing People, anonymously, on 116 000.