Major search for missing Brit, 79, who disappeared near hotel in Spain
A British tourist, Iain Stanley, aged 79, has gone missing in Spain, prompting a significant search effort by authorities and his family.
Iain Stanley, a 79-year-old British tourist, was reported missing after last being seen near the Perla Marina Hotel in Nerja, Spain, on February 11. He vanished after leaving a holiday home, and his wife reported him missing three days later, which led to a significant search effort coordinated by the Civil Guard. As of now, there are concerns about his wellbeing, given that he left without his mobile phone or passport.
Investigators have questioned a taxi driver who believed he may have taken a man resembling Stanley to Torrox; however, this lead has reportedly been dismissed as false. The local authorities are actively working on the case, trying to uncover any available surveillance footage or potential witnesses who may have seen the elderly tourist. Family members have also turned to social media, particularly local expat groups on Facebook, to spread the word and gather information that may assist in locating him.
As the search continues, the community is rallying around Stanley’s family in hopes of finding him safe. They are hoping for any tips from the public that could lead to new developments in the investigation, underscoring the urgency of the situation as they await news on his whereabouts.