Concerned detectives are appealing for help from the public after a 31-year-old man went missing in the early hours of this morning.

A search is ongoing to find Ben Clarke who disappeared from Thame.

He was last seen in Chinnor Road at around 2.30am today (Sunday).

He is white, 6ft 3ins, of slim build and has a beard.

He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black Barbour jacket, possibly a white t-shirt and black boots.

Inspector Adrian Lewis, based at Abingdon police station, said: “Officers are working to locate Ben as we are concerned for his welfare.

“We believe he is still in the Thame area so I’d ask people in the community to report any possible sightings.

“If anyone sees Ben, or sees someone matching his description, please contact police as soon as possible.”

Anyone who has any information about Ben’s whereabouts should contact the 24-hour Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101 quoting the reference URN 211 30/9.