‘Significant concerns’ for missing Perth pensioner Robert McLaren

Police have “significant concerns” for the welfare of a 70-year-old Perth pensioner who has been reported as missing.

Robert McLaren was last spoken to on Friday, February 19, and was reported missing from Appin Terrace in the Letham area of Perth yesterday morning.

He is described as being five feet seven inches tall, of large build, has a pale complexion and a balding head with short grey hair around the sides. His current clothing is unknown.

A police spokesperson said: “He has connections to the Coupar Angus area and is known to walk in the area of Jeanfield Road, Perth, and the North Inch, Perth.

“There are significant concerns for Robert’s welfare.”

The Courier understands specialist units, including police dogs, took part in yesterday’s search operation.

Several local residents posted messages on Facebook claiming Mr McLaren is a regular in the Corinna Bar in Atholl Street, Perth. Kirsty Thomson said: “I know him from drinking in the Corinna. Nice old fella.”

Anyone with information on Mr McLaren should phone 101.