Police are asking for the help of the public to trace a 50-year-old man reported missing from Newcastleton in the Scottish Borders.
David Weir was last seen around 2.30pm in Mart Street in Hawick on Tuesday, 11 June.
It is thought he then travelled to Edinburgh.
He is described as 6ft, of large build and bald.
When last seen he was wearing a black Adidas tracksuit with white stripes and white trainers.
He was carrying a black backpack.
Inspector Gavin Liddle said: “Concerns are growing for David’s welfare and we want to make sure he is safe and well.
“He is known to travel by bus in the Borders area and has connections in Edinburgh.
“We are asking anyone who has seen David or knows where he might be to get in touch. If you can help call us on 101, quoting reference 1922 of Wednesday, 12 June, 2024.”
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