Police appeal to find William “Billy” Dow, 48, missing from Erith
The Metropolitan Police is asking for help to find William Dow, 48, who was last seen in Erith on Friday 9 October.
Police are appealing for help to find William Dow, a 48-year-old man missing from Erith, on the border with Dartford.
The Metropolitan Police’s Bexley team says he was last seen on Friday 9 October 2026 in the DA8 area of Erith.
Police describe him as 5ft 6in tall and of slim build, with grey hair and brown eyes.
His friends, who contacted Kent Local News, say he is known as Billy, and that his family and friends have serious concerns for his welfare. They have asked people in Kent, as well as in south-east London, to share the appeal.
How to help
Anyone who has seen him or has information should call 101, or 999 in an emergency, quoting reference 01/817509/26. Please do not approach anyone yourself.
Key information
- Missing: William “Billy” Dow, 48, from Erith.
- Last seen: DA8 area of Erith, Friday 9 October 2026.
- Description: 5ft 6in, slim build, grey hair, brown eyes.
- Contact: 101, or 999 in an emergency, quoting reference 01/817509/26.