POLICE CONCERNED AFTER MISSING MUM AND BABY BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN SPOTTED AT AN ESSEX PORT

Police believe a couple who went missing with their new born baby, are now in Essex.

Constance Marten and Mark Gordon went missing with their new born baby, after their vehicle broke down near junction four (Farnworth, Bolton) of the M61 last night (Thursday 5 January 2023). The family left the vehicle and the motorway safely – walking to the Anchor Lane bridge which links the Highfield and Little Hulton areas.

Mark was wearing dark clothing and Constance, who has a southern accent, was wearing a burgundy coat. The new born was swaddled.

Officers have reason to believe that Constance has recently given birth and neither her or the baby have been assessed by medical professionals. They are seriously concerned for both of their welfares.

There has been a possible sighting of Constance at Harwich Port in Essex at around 9am this morning (Saturday 7th Jan), a further sighting coming shortly after at around 10am in Colchester.

Police say their primary concern is to ensure that all three are safe and well.

A GMP Spokesperson, said:

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"We have released a new CCTV image of who we believe is Constance which was outside of Harwich Port in #Essex at 9am today. Our concern is make sure the Constance, Mark and baby are safe and well." 

Anyone with information should contact GMP via 999 quoting 2657 05/01/23.