07-08-2025
Police 'increasingly concerned' after man vanishes from busy area
Police are becoming 'increasingly concerned' for a missing man after he vanished.
Officers are appealing for help to trace David Houston, who has been reported missing from Kilwinning, North Ayrshire.
The 47-year-old was last seen shortly after 4pm on Tuesday, August 5, on Bradshaw Street in Saltcoats.
He is described as being white, around 5ft 9 inches tall, with dark grey hair and of medium build.
It is believed he is wearing navy blue trousers, a khaki lightweight jacket, and possibly carrying a black rucksack with green trim.
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Sergeant Craig Turnbull said: 'We are becoming increasingly concerned for David and are carrying out a number of enquiries to trace him. 'I am appealing to anyone who has seen him, or who may have information about his current whereabouts, to get in touch with us as soon as possible'. A Police Scotland spokesperson added: "Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland by calling 101 and quoting reference 1156 of August 6, 2025."
