Search for missing man, 21, last seen near petrol station in early hours

Police said they are concerned for the welfare of Josh Gayton who is missing in an area he does not know.

Search for missing Helensburgh man, 21, last seen near petrol station in early hoursPolice Scotland

Police have issued a public appeal to help find a missing 21-year-old from Argyll and Bute.

Josh Gayton was last seen near a petrol station on East Clyde Street in Helensburgh, at around 12.40am on Tuesday.

He is described as 5ft 9 in height, of stocky build, with brown hair and a red/brown beard.

He was last seen wearing a grey Nirvana t-shirt, black trousers, white Nike trainers and a silver chain with a cross.

Sergeant Lee Mulholland, of Helensburgh Police Station, said: “Josh doesn’t know the area and we are concerned for his welfare.

“Officers have checked local CCTV and he was seen near the petrol station, heading towards Craigendoran.

“We would appeal for any drivers in this area with dash cam footage to please check and send any relevant footage to police.

“If you see him or have any information as to where he may be, please call police.

“We’d also ask Josh himself to get in touch to let us know he is safe and well.”

Information can be passed to officers via 101, quoting reference number 0732 of April 16.

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