Police are appealing for the public’s help to locate 73-year-old William Cruse who has not been seen since October 18.

He was reported missing from his home in Pheasant Rise, Bar Hill, by a neighbour yesterday morning (Monday).

A spokesman for Cambridgeshire police said: “Police have made every effort to trace him but are now asking for the public’s help.

“William is described as white, 6’ tall, medium build with grey hair and usually has a short grey beard.

“Anyone who has seen William or believes they may know where he is should contact police by calling 101 and quoting incident 93 of October 22.”