Police in the Scottish Borders are appealing for the public’s help as part of their efforts to trace a man reported missing in Galashiels.

There are growing concerns for 78-year-old David McLeod who lives in the Woodstock area of the town.

He is described as a white male, 5ft 6, slim build with grey hair last seen wearing a Scotland beanie hat, a blue coat, dark trousers and walking boots.

Anyone who may have seen David, or who has any information on his whereabouts, is urged to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 3373 of 16/12/2021.