Benedict Onyemaechi was last seen at his house on Monday
Police are concerned for the welfare of Benedict Onyemaechi, who has gone missing from his home and is thought to be unmedicated.
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Police are warning the public that a "potentially dangerous" mentally ill man has gone missing from his home and should not be approached if seen.
Benedict Onyemaechi, 48, was last seen at his house in Southgate, north London, on Monday.
The Met Police said they were concerned about his welfare.
A spokesman said: "In the event of an immediate sighting, do not approach him but call 999."
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has issued an order for Mr Onyemaechi to seek an urgent medical assessment.
A spokesman said: "An MoJ order was issued on Wednesday, 20 January, under Section 42(3) of the Mental Health Act stating that Benedict Onyemaechi is thought to be unmedicated and a risk to the public.
"The order recalled him to the NHS North London Forensic Service for urgent assessment."
Mr Onyemaechi is described as black, 5ft 9in tall and stocky, police said.
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Benedict Onyemaechi, 48, was last seen at his house in Southgate, north London, on Monday.
The Met Police said they were concerned about his welfare.
A spokesman said: "In the event of an immediate sighting, do not approach him but call 999."
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has issued an order for Mr Onyemaechi to seek an urgent medical assessment.
A spokesman said: "An MoJ order was issued on Wednesday, 20 January, under Section 42(3) of the Mental Health Act stating that Benedict Onyemaechi is thought to be unmedicated and a risk to the public.
"The order recalled him to the NHS North London Forensic Service for urgent assessment."
Mr Onyemaechi is described as black, 5ft 9in tall and stocky, police said.
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