Search launched for missing 82-year-old man from Johnstone

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 15:02 · Archive

An 82-year-old man reported missing from Johnstone on Sunday may have entered the water after boarding a ferry.

Police launched an urgent search for Jim Wither, 82, reported missing from Johnstone on Sunday, October 18. He was last seen walking towards Beith Road around midday. He is described as a white male, 6 feet 4 inches in height, medium build with medium length white hair. When last seen he was wearing a dark jacket, light coloured trousers and dark footwear.

Police described Mr Wither as vulnerable and expressed concern for his wellbeing. Sergeant James Kydd said: "Jim is vulnerable and we are very concerned about his wellbeing. We're appealing for the public to help us trace him and would ask anyone who thinks they may have seen Jim to please get in touch."

Glasgow Times reports that after enquiries, police established the missing man may have entered the water after boarding a ferry from Ardrossan to Arran. Officers assisted partners during a search off the eastern coast of the Isle of Arran. CalMac confirmed that the crew from MV Caledonian Isles assisted HM Coastguard and Police Scotland with the enquiry. Enquiries remain ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 2226 of Sunday, 18 October.

How it is being reported

• Police issue update on missing 82-year-oldPolice have issued an update on a missing man from Johnstone.Glasgow Times · 20 Oct, 14:31
• 'Vulnerable' pensioner reported missing from Johnstone as police 'very concerned'"Jim is vulnerable and we are very concerned about his wellbeing."Glasgow Live · 19 Oct, 12:03

In this story: Jim Wither · Johnstone · Beith Road · Police Scotland · Ardrossan · Isle of Arran · HM Coastguard · CalMac

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