Search for missing Northallerton man, 63, continues

Neil Kendrew has been missing since 7th December

Neil Kendrew
Author: Natalia AntoniwPublished 19th Feb 2026

The search for a 63-year-old man from Northallerton, who's been missing since 7th December, is continuing.

Officers say they're becoming increasingly concerned about the welfare of missing Neil Kendrew.

He's being described as white with brown hair, around 6ft tall, of medium build and wears glasses.

Neil was last seen wearing a blue light waterproof jacket and blue jeans, using a wooden walking stick, in the area of Morton-on-Swale.

He may be in the Darlington area.

Officers say he's known to most people as the nickname 'Deano'.

Anyone with any information that could help the search is being urged to call 101, whilst any immediate sightings of him should be reported to 999.

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