Top Diplomat Vanishes During Morning Run in Farnham

We can exclusively reveal shocking details about the ongoing hunt for Richard Charles Morris, a senior UK government worker who mysteriously disappeared in Bentley, Farnham.

The 52-year-old was set to become British High Commissioner to Fiji in July 2020. Before that, he served as Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Nepal from 2015 to 2019. But since 10.30am on 6 May, he has been missing after going out for a run.

Massive Search Underway for Missing Diplomat

A huge search operation is still in full swing across Bentley and the surrounding area. Hampshire Constabulary, Hampshire Search and Rescue, dog teams, air support, the UK Missing Persons Bureau, and other agencies are all involved. Authorities are pulling out all the stops given Mr Morris’s high-profile government role.

Officials confirm the government is fully aware and closely involved in the missing person’s case.

Who Is Richard Charles Morris?

  • Born 1 November 1967 in Worcestershire
  • Married to Alison since 1992, with one daughter and two sons
  • Enjoys long-distance running, reading, travel, music, and family life
  • Educated at Aberystwyth University (English Literature) and Aston University (MBA)
  • Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM) and Royal Society for Arts (FRSA)
  • Held senior diplomatic posts worldwide including Nepal, Sydney, Mexico City, and the Pacific Department at FCO

Police Issue Urgent Public Appeal

“The 52-year-old man was last seen going for a run in Bentley at 10.30am on 6 May. His family are understandably very worried about his welfare,” police said.

Richard is described as white, around 6ft tall, with greying hair and a beard, and a distinctive port-wine birthmark on his face. He was wearing a blue long-sleeve top with a half zip, black shorts, and blue trainers when he vanished.

If you have any information or think you have seen Richard since that morning, call Hampshire police immediately on 101 quoting reference 627 of 06/05/2020 or 44200160398.

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