Public turns out to help find missing pensioner who has dementia
Members of the public have been thanked as dozens turned out to try and finding a missing pensioner who has dementia.
Allan Burns, 71, was last seen at around 3.15pm on Friday on the cycle path at Kilbarchan, heading towards Lochwinnoch in Renfrewshire.
He was reported missing by family when he did not return home.
Officers were assisted by 80 members of the public today and would like to thank them for their valuable time and their coordination in the search. We would ask everyone to also search their gardens and outbuildings as we continue efforts to trace Allan. https://t.co/HW0xKfRg9F
— Johnstone & Renfrew Police (@JohnsRenfPolice) January 20, 2019
Police Scotland said 80 people turned up to help with efforts to trace Mr Burns.
Concerns have been growing for the safety of Mr Burns, as he is without his medication and the weather is becoming colder.
Police are urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact them.