76-Year-Old Michael Jerram Vanishes After Boarding Ferry to Spain

Police are growing worried about Michael Jerram, 76, who disappeared after boarding a ferry from Portsmouth to Spain. The retirement-age man was last spotted on Friday 7 February, making a mysterious journey that has left family and officers baffled.

Last Seen on Brittany Ferries

Michael was seen boarding the Brittany Ferries ship Cap Finistère around 5pm on 7 February as a foot passenger. The ferry docked in Santander at 5.30pm the next day, but Michael has not been heard from since.

What He Was Wearing

  • Brown flat cap
  • Dark padded jacket with arm motif
  • Red scarf
  • Burgundy jumper over white top
  • Jeans and dark shoes
  • Possibly carrying a black rucksack

Michael is a white male with short brown hair. He may look frail or unsteady on his feet. He travelled to Portsmouth on Thursday 6 February and stayed overnight in a hotel before boarding the ferry.

Could He Have Left the Ferry Early?

Investigators believe Michael might have left the ferry with another passenger by car. Police want to hear from anyone who saw or spoke to him on 7 or 8 February aboard the Cap Finistère.

If you have any information, call police immediately on 999, quoting log number 652 of 08/02/20. Help bring Michael home safely.

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