Police Scotland release CCTV images of missing sex offender Mark King

Police Scotland have released CCTV images of missing 42-year-old Mark King who was last seen in the area of Leonard Street, Perth on Monday, July 14.

In appealing for information to trace Mr King’s whereabouts, officers are particularly keen to speak anyone who was in the area of the bus station in Leonard Street around 10.30am on Monday 14 July.

It is believed that Mr King may have got on a bus around that time and anyone who may have any information that could assist police with their enquiries is encouraged to contact Police Scotland immediately.

Mr King is described as being six foot tall, of medium build with short brown shaved hair.  When last seen he was wearing a grey sweatshirt, grey jogging bottoms and white trainers.  He was also carrying a black camping rucksack and a clear polythene bag.

Detective Inspector Wayne Morrison, senior officer in charge of the enquiry said:

“I would like to thank the public throughout Scotland for the positive response we have received so far in relation to this enquiry. We have had a number of potential sightings of Mr King reported to us from across Scotland. These are being are being followed up by officers daily. However, I would still encourage members of the public to have a look at the CCTV images released today and to report any possible sightings of him to us.

“Mr King does not have a permanent address and due to his status, is required by law to register at a police office; however, he has failed to do so. If seen, members of the public are advised not to approach him but to contact the police immediately."

Anyone who was in the area of the bus station at the time Mr King was last seen and has any information that could assist the enquiry or anyone who has any knowledge of his whereabouts should contact Police Scotland on the non emergency number 101.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted in confidence on 0800 555 111.