Police have launched an appeal to trace a missing Derbyshire man amid growing concerns for his welfare.

Derbyshire Police are growing concerned for the welfare of John, 56, who is missing from his home in Hathersage.

A force spokesperson said: “He was last seen at his place of work in Middlewood Road, Hillsborough, Sheffield – at 5.15pm on Wednesday, September 9.

“It is believed he could be in his vehicle, which is a black Volkswagen Polo. He is described as being 5ft 9ins tall, with an average build, bald head and a beard. John wears glasses and was last seen wearing a patterned shirt and blue jacket.”

Any sightings should be reported to Derbyshire Police.

placeholder image — Any sightings should be reported to Derbyshire Police.

Anyone who has seen John since he went missing, or knows where he is now, should contact the force using one of the methods below – quoting incident number 341 of September 10:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form: https://www.derbyshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us-beta/contact-us/

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.