Police today appealed for help to trace a missing man from Didcot.

Richard Burton, 54, of Collingwood Avenue, Didcot, was last seen at 6.30am on Tuesday.

Mr Burton is 5ft 3in tall, heavy build, and wears glasses at all times. He was wearing navy blue trousers and a dark green, thigh-length jacket.

Denise Trafford, missing persons co-ordinator for Oxfordshire, said: “Richard has not been seen since leaving for work on Tuesday morning and his family is obviously very concerned about his welfare.

“I would urge anyone with information about Richard’s whereabouts to get in touch with me as soon as possible to let us know.

“I would also appeal for Richard to make contact with either his family or us, to let us know he is safe.”

Anyone with information can contact Thames Valley Police via the 24-hour Enquiry Line on 0845 8 505 505.