POLICE in Forth Valley are appealing for information to help trace a 44-year-old man reported missing from Coalsnaughton.

Bruce Lawrie was last seen by his father around 5pm on Monday (15 December) at an address in Coalsnaughton.

He has not been in touch with his family since then, which is considered to be unusual for him.

He is described as 5ft 8in tall, slim build, light complexion, brown hair which has short sides and is messy on top, clean shaven, and occasionally wears glasses. He was last seen wearing a black beanie hat, red waterproof jacket with hood, dark trousers, and canvas two tone dark coloured walking boots Inspector Dave Ferry said: “We are concerned for Bruce given that he has not been heard from since Monday evening. Anybody who recognises the description or believes they have information to his whereabouts, is asked to contact police immediately.” Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101.