Dad of Rolling Stones rocker Ronnie Wood’s ex Ekaterina Ivanova missing from Orkney for a WEEK as cops and coastguards step up search
Sergei Ivanov, 55, has been missing for a week and was last seen in Papa Westray, Orkney last Monday morning
FEARS are growing for the dad of Ronnie Wood’s ex Ekaterina Ivanova who’s been missing for a week.
Sergei Ivanov, 55, was last seen in Papa Westray, Orkney around 10am last Monday.
Now cops say there is concern for his welfare and are appealing for any information on his whereabouts.
The Coastguard has joined in the search for Mr Ivanov as they sweep the coastline of the remote island, with a helicopter brought in to help teams on the ground.
Inspector Keith Bendall said: "Coastline and land searches have been carried out and police have been assisted by the Coastguard including the use of the helicopter.
"As time goes by we are increasingly worried for Sergei's welfare and it is out of character for him not to be in touch with family and friends.
"We would urge anyone who may have information to contact police as a matter of urgency on 101.
"The community has supported police and we would like to thank them for that. In addition we would ask people to check any sheds or outbuildings they have for signs that someone may have sought shelter there. The forecast is poor for today with high winds however we will continue searches where possible."
One local said that residents on the island are worried about Mr Ivanov, who is well known within the small island community.
They said: "We're all very concerned about him and hope he is found soon.
"People have been helping to search the coastline."
When Mr Ivanov was last seen he was wearing a black jumper, black trousers, long black coat (below his knees) and black work type boots.
He is described as around 5ft 10ins tall, with long grey hair and a medium build.
Mr Ivanov’s daughter Ekaterina was in an 18-month relationship with Rolling Stones' guitarist Ronnie Wood in 2008.
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The pair had met at a lap-dancing club where she was working as a waitress.
They split in December 2009 following a blazing row and she fled to be with her dad on Orkney.
She has since gone on to appear in reality show Celebrity Big Brother.
It is understood Mr Ivanov separated from Ekaterina's mum Irina some years ago.
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