A MISSING pensioner has been reunited with his worried family five days after failing to return home from a shopping trip.Joseph Holt, 72, was found safe and well in Stowmarket on Monday and is now back with his family.
A MISSING pensioner has been reunited with his worried family five days after failing to return home from a shopping trip.
Joseph Holt, 72, was found safe and well in Stowmarket on Monday and is now back with his family.
Although Mr Holt lived with his wife Linda, in Hunt Close, he is now staying with one of his daughters.
Mrs Holt said their 40-year marriage has broken down
"It's a huge relief that he's okay and that's the most important thing," she said.
"It's been an emotional time for me and my three sons and daughter."
Mr Holt said he was visiting the town's shops when he went missing on Wednesday. He has spent time in London while absent.
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