Walkers asked to look out for missing man

Strathclyde Police are appealing for the public to help trace a keen walker who has been missing since Tuesday 2 August. Police believe that 59 year old Richard Lyon, of Kirkmichael, may be hillwalking on the west coast of Scotland. The Police describe Mr Lyon as a very keen hill walker, saying that he has climbed many of the Munros.

Police say that Mr Lyon has not been missing before and this is completely out of character for him. He has been feeling rather low lately and his family and police are now extremely concerned for his wellbeing.

Mr Lyon is described as 5ft 10” in height and of medium build with grey receding hair, with a full beard. He also wears glasses. Mr Lyon is believed to be casually dressed, wearing jeans, a t-shirt and training shoes.

Ayr Police Office is appealing to anyone with any knowledge of Mr Lyon’s whereabouts to contact them as a matter of urgency on 01292 664000.