POLICE are appealing for help to trace a man who has gone missing from Thame.

UPDATE: Missing Thame man Ben Clarke found 'safe'

Ben Clarke, 31, was last seen in Chinnor Road at around 2.30am today.

He is described as white, 6ft 3ins, of slim build and with 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 can contact the 24-hour Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101 quoting the reference URN 211 30/9.