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British Soccer Fan Missing After Last Contact in Barcelona
Michael Hewitt, 65, was last heard from in Barcelona on June 21 while traveling from the UK to the United States for the World Cup. His family reports no contact since that date and says his phone has been out of service.
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Hewitt, a Leeds United supporter, had planned to fly to Boston for England’s match against Ghana. Family members say he left a bar in Barcelona around midnight and did not reach the United States.
Wakefield told media outlets that Hewitt has not posted on social media or answered calls since June 21. Wakefield said the family is “very worried for his safety.” Another brother, Gary, said Hewitt may have changed plans without notifying relatives. He noted it would not be out of character for Hewitt to travel to New Jersey for England’s later match against Panama.
The British Foreign Office stated it is supporting the family and is in contact with authorities in Spain. Interpol has opened a missing person case for Hewitt.
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