A public appeal for information has been issued after a man was reported missing.

Alan, whose surname has not been disclosed, was last seen on Monday (September 9) in the Botley area of Oxford.

He is described by police as an Asian male, 5ft 8in tall with a slim build and short dark-black hair.

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When last seen he was wearing a white T-shirt, black jacket, short black trousers, white sporty shoes and a white 'Jordan' rucksack.

(Image: Oxford Community Facebook group)

An appeal to help find him was first shared on Oxford Community Facebook page where multiple people suggested the appeal was a "scam". 

But Thames Valley Police has confirmed this morning that Alan is still missing.

Anyone who sees him or has information that can assist officers in finding him, is asked to contact Thames Valley Police on 101, quoting reference 43240433952.