Missing elderly man 'may have taken shelter in sheds or outbuildings'

He is known to travel by bus within the Lanarkshire area.

Missing elderly man may have taken shelter in sheds or outbuildings, say policePolice Scotland

Police are asking members of the public to check sheds and outbuildings amid a search for a missing elderly man from South Lanarkshire.

David Simpson was last seen in the St Leonard Street area of Lanark around 11.30am on Sunday, September 8.

The 77-year-old is described as 5ft 8 with short white/grey hair and is of stocky build, however it is unknown what he was wearing.

He is known to travel by bus within the Lanarkshire area.

Inspector Steven Bryson, East Kilbride Police Station, said: “David may have sought shelter in sheds or outbuildings and we are asking residents of Lanark to please check these areas.

“Concern is growing for David’s welfare and we have a dedicated team of officers trying to trace him.

“If you think you’ve seen him or have any information on his whereabouts, please get in touch with us.”

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