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Missing man 'remembers nothing' | Missing man 'remembers nothing' |
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A missing man who resurfaced after five years is unable to remember anything from that time, his sons say. | |
John Darwin was presumed dead after the remains of his canoe were found washed up on a beach in Seaton Carew, near Hartlepool, Teesside, in March 2002. | John Darwin was presumed dead after the remains of his canoe were found washed up on a beach in Seaton Carew, near Hartlepool, Teesside, in March 2002. |
The 57-year-old walked into a London police station at the weekend, saying he did not remember where he had been. | The 57-year-old walked into a London police station at the weekend, saying he did not remember where he had been. |
He has now been reunited with his sons, Anthony and Mark, who say he cannot remember anything since June 2000. | |
His wife, Anne, is believed to be living abroad after recently selling the couple's home. | |
Traumatic and emotional | |
In the statement issued through Cleveland Police, Anthony, 29, and Mark, 31, said that the news of his appearance had come as a huge shock to the whole family, but they were extremely happy. | |
His wife had been informed and was delighted at the news. | |
They added: "We have spoken with John and he appears to be in good health, however he currently has no memory of events since June 2000. | |
"We appreciate that there is huge media interest in this story however due to John's memory loss there is little more we can add. | |
"Since Saturday evening we have been through a traumatic and emotional time and this continues to be a stressful time for John and the family." | |
Officers will be speaking to Mr Darwin at some point, but it has not been determined when. | |
Anyone who has seen or had dealings with him over the past five years is asked to contact Cleveland Police. |
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