Police Scotland

Police are appealing for information to help trace a man reported missing since yesterday.

Ian Nelson, also known as Ian Copeland (38) was last seen around 1.30pm in the Western General Hospital where he was receiving treatment.

Staff are concerned that he has missed the dose of the medicine he needs and his health could be affected.

Ian is described as a white male, 5ft 10, slim build with short ginger hair and a fair complexion.

He is believed to be wearing a grey top and dark trousers.

Officers are now urging anyone who can assist with their enquiries to come forward.

Inspector Allan Symington said: “We are concerned for Ian’s health and welfare and are keen to speak to anyone who can help us trace him. Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101.”

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John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.