THE family of an elderly man who disappeared a year ago have issued a plea for information ahead of a “difficult time of year”.
Les Davis, was last seen leaving his home on December 19, 2024 in CCTV footage.
Les Davis was last seen leaving his home in Scarborough on the morning of Thursday, 19 December 2024.Credit: MEN Media
Les was 85 at the time he vanished and is described as 5ft 4in tall, of small build and with short white hair.
CCTV footage showed Les leaving his home on Dean Road in Scarborough one year ago.
His family said: “Les is desperately missed, and it’s particularly difficult at this time of year.
“Even the smallest piece of information could lead to the answers we need, and give us some kind of closure.”
Inspector Craig Regan, of , said: “It’s one year since Les disappeared, and our search for him continues.
“Someone out there may have a crucial sighting or memory. If so, no matter how seemingly small or insignificant it is, we need to hear from you.”
North Police said their officers are seeking any information which might give light to Les’ whereabouts.
Police are especially interested in any sightings along the William Street Coach Park, or along Marine Drive and Royal Albert Drive.
In a previous appeal, the police said it is “not believed” that Les had a phone with him, or access to a bank account, reports YorkshireLive .
The police have undertaken widespread CCTV checks, extensive searches.
Leaflets and posters have also been distributed in key locations.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “One year on from the disappearance of Les Davis in Scarborough, police and his family have issued a renewed appeal for information.
“A CCTV camera recorded Les leaving his home in the Dean Road area of Scarborough on the morning of Thursday 19 December 2024.
“He has not been seen since.
“Les was 85 at the time. He is described as 5ft 4ins tall, of small build, with short white/grey hair, and would often wear a cap.
“Despite the passage of time, North Yorkshire Police are continuing to search for him.
“Officers are still particularly seeking information about any potential sightings of Les on 19 December 2024 around the William Street Coach Park, or along Marine Drive and Royal Albert Drive – or any information about his whereabouts since that day.”
The force added: “Anyone with information about Les’ whereabouts is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting reference NYP-21122024-0152.”
Les Davis was 85 when he went missingCredit: MEN Media 
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