A missing man from Oxford is believed to be sleeping rough in the city centre but it is not known where he was last seen, police have said.

Thames Valley Police said Bailey, 30, whose surname has not been disclosed, has not been in contact with his family for "over a year".

He was reported missing on August 2 but today the force issued an appeal to help find him. 

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A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police said: "It is unknown where he was last seen but he is believed to be sleeping rough in Oxford city centre and has not been in contact with his family for over a year.

"He may be looking more unkempt than he does in this photograph.

"If you have any information on where Bailey is please call Thames Valley Police on 101 quoting the reference 43240369204."