Family and friends of missing Falkirk pensioner 'extremely worried' after disappearance a week ago

The family and friends of a missing pensioner say they are growing “extremely worried” for his safety after he disappeared a week ago.

William Hogg was last seen in Callander, Stirling on Wednesday, October 5 as he got off a bus at the Ancaster Square bus stop near Main Street in the town.

The 75-year-old, from Falkirk, was captured leaving the bus on CCTV which has been released by police.

He is described as 5ft 6ins tall, of muscular build, with grey hair and a moustache. He has tattoos on each forearm and wears glasses.

When last seen, he was wearing a navy-coloured bomber jacket, jeans and black and white trainers.

William Hogg has been missing since October 5.

Inspector Alasdair Moreland, of Stirling Police Station, said: “We are growing increasingly concerned for William’s welfare, and I know his family and friends are extremely worried.

“Officers are continuing to carry out extensive enquiries in Callander and the surrounding area and are reviewing CCTV as part of enquiries.

“We would urge anyone with information on his whereabouts to please contact us or ask anyone with dash-cam footage, who has been driving in the Callander area please review it and get in touch with us if you think you’ve captured anything relevant.

“If you have seen William, or have any information which could assist, please call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 3507 of October 5.”