Detectives are continuing efforts to trace a missing man named James, who was last observed at his Bingley residence on May 31.

West Yorkshire officers relaunched their public appeal on July 7, requesting assistance from the community.

Investigators confirmed the man is 42 years old and was last spotted carrying two rucksacks.

The updated police appeal

A representative for West Yorkshire Police stated that almost a week had passed since their initial call for information regarding James, reported missing from Bingley.

The force continues to urge anyone with knowledge of where he may have gone or what he may have been doing to get in touch.

James is known to venture to isolated places alone

He frequently travels by himself and favours solitary locations such as Snowdonia and the Yorkshire Dales.

Described as approximately six feet in height with an average physique, he has a faint scar stretching across his forehead and several damaged front teeth missing.

There are significant fears for his safety and wellbeing.

Anyone who has spotted James or possesses details that might assist in finding him should ring 101 and contact Bradford police.

Members of the public can alternatively submit information via the West Yorkshire Police website.

The reference number is 0353, dated June 29.