Allan Burns: New picture issued in hunt for missing Renfrewshire pensioner

Allan Burns, 71, was last seen on Friday, January 18, on the cycle path in Kilbarchan, near his home street of Barrhill Crescent, heading towards Lochwinnoch.

Police have been conducting extensive searches in the area to find the dad-of-three, with the search now focusing in and around Lochwinnoch.

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Chief Inspector Hazel Scott, area commander for Renfrew, said: "A number of officers and specialist resources including our Search Teams, Mounted Branch, Dog and Underwater Units are continuing to search for Allan.

"We also continue to review CCTV and there have been sightings of him in Barhill Crescent, Kilbarchan and in Bridesmill Road and Lochgilp Road, near to Church Street, in Lochwinnoch.

Police have released several images of Allan Burns and believe he was wearing clothing similar to the one on the right at the time of his disappearance

"As a result, the focus of our searches moved to Lochwinnoch and I'm urging locals in and around the area to check their gardens, sheds, garages and outbuildings as soon as they can. Allan may have gone off the track into a village, so I would also ask you to check your dashcam.

"I would like to thank the public for their assistance and emphasis that our officers remain committed to finding him.

"If you have any knowledge of his current whereabouts or recognise his description and remember seeing him since around or after 3.15pm on Friday, 18 January, please get in touch a matter of urgency.

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"Our thoughts remain with Allan's family at this extremely difficult time. They are being supported and kept updated with any developments. They are very grateful for the support provided by the public so far."

If you have information which can help find Mr Burns contact Police Scotland via 101.