Missing Bedfordshire man believed to have travelled 400 miles to Scotland
Missing Bedfordshire man believed to have travelled 400 miles to Scotland

A missing man from Bedfordshire is believed to have travelled almost 400 miles north to Scotland. Searches are underway for Caleb Thomas, 40, who is understood to have travelled to Helensburgh.

Reported missing and possible route

Caleb was reported missing at around 3.45pm on Monday, October 12, but he may have arrived in Scotland on Sunday, October 11. He is described as having short black hair with some facial hair.

Police are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen him on or since Sunday. Enquiries carried out so far have ascertained Caleb may be in central Helensburgh. It is not known what clothing he may be wearing.

Police appeal for sightings

Inspector Annette McVicar said: “We are growing concerned for Caleb’s welfare and our enquiries are ongoing to trace him as soon as possible.

“We understand he may have travelled to Helensburgh and we are appealing for any sightings of him since October 11. I would appeal to anyone who may have seen Caleb or who has any information on his whereabouts to contact us.”

How to provide information

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "Police Scotland is appealing for the public’s help to trace Caleb Thomas who missing from Bedfordshire. The 40-year-old was reported missing around 3.45pm on Monday, October 12, and following enquiries, it’s believed he may be in the central Helensburgh area."

Caleb is described as having short black hair with some facial hair. His clothing when last seen is not known. Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting reference 3794 of October 12.