A desperate search has been launched to find a missing farmer who hasn’t been seen since Friday morning on the Isle of Bute.
Police say they are “increasingly concerned” for Thomas McMillan’s welfare. Locals have reported that rescue teams are using drones and thermal cameras in the search.
The 51-year-old was last seen around 9am on Friday, December 13 in the Eskechraggan Farm area, which is near the B878 west of Rosthesay.
Thomas is described as around 6ft tall, of heavy build, and receding brown hair. When last seen, he was wearing a blue boiler suit and green wellington boots.
Inspector Kirsty Moore said: “We are increasingly concerned for Thomas’ welfare, and it is important that we ensure he is safe and well.
“We are appealing to anyone who may have seen Thomas or knows of his whereabouts to contact us.”
Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 2151 of Friday, 13 December.
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