Police re-appealing for help finding missing man John Loughrie
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POLICE Scotland is re-appealing to the public for help to find missing person John Loughrie.
Mr Loughrie was last seen at his home in Findochty on the afternoon of Sunday, February 9.
The police, with the help of the local community, found the 51-year-old's vehicle, a grey Ford Ranger truck, on Church Street in the village.
Search helicopters were seen flying above Findochty yesterday, with coastguard and police also out.
Inspector Michael McKenzie, of Buckie Community Policing Team, said: “Thank you to everyone who has contacted us so far with information relating to John’s whereabouts.
"As time passes without any contact, concern is growing for his wellbeing and safety.
"I would ask locals, particularly those in Findochty, to please check gardens and outbuildings while searches continue in the area. Officers are being assisted by colleagues from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency."
John is described as 5 foot 11 inches, of medium build with brown hair and wears glasses on occasion.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the police on 101, quoting incident 2740 of February 9. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
