19-07-2025
Police urgently warn public not to approach wanted man
Police in Oxfordshire have warned the public not to approach a missing wanted man wanted by officers.
Robert Farndon has been wanted by officers since Thursday, June 26, and is believed to have been last seen in Buckingham Road in Gawcott on Friday, June 27.
The 40-year-old is a white man of slim build with long brown hair, partial facial hair and brown eyes.
He is known to frequent Bletchley, Wheatley, Buckingham and the Silverstone area.
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Robert Farndon. (Image: Thames Valley Police)
Thames Valley Police (TVP) officers wanted to speak to him in connection with an incident of rape and assault in June.
Since then, the force has been growing concerned for his welfare and has now released a new image.
Alongside Friday's fresh appeal, TVP has wanted the public not to approach Mr Farndon if spotted.
Detective Inspector Richard Allmond said: 'We are releasing this new image of Robert and are still urgently appealing for the public's help in locating him.
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'Since he has been wanted, our officers have been working extensively to trace him.
'We believe Robert was last seen around three weeks ago in the Gawcott area and have since been growing concerned for his welfare.
'Anyone with information about Robert's whereabouts should call 101 or make a report online, quoting reference 2143 of today's date.
'If you see him, please do not approach him; instead, call 999.
'Alternatively, call independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.'
