Mr Bennett was last seen at the Green Welly Stop in Tyndrum. Photo: Mary and Angus Hogg CC-BY-SA-2.0

Police in the Highlands are asking walkers to look out for a missing man.

Daniel Bennett has not made contact since he was last seen in Tyndrum yesterday, Saturday, and police said they are increasingly concerned for the walker’s welfare.

Mr Bennett was seen at the Green Welly Stop in the village shortly before midday, and was believed to be heading for the hills in the area. He has not contacted friends or family since then.

Mr Bennett has short brown hair, blue eyes and is 5ft 8in (1.78m). Police said he is likely to be carrying a grey and green rucksack with him.

Daniel Bennett

Chief Inspector Lynn Ratcliff said: “Daniel is an experienced hillwalker and is always properly equipped. However, the length of time he has been away without making contact with anyone is becoming increasingly concerning.

“The support we get from the public in response to our missing person appeals is invaluable and we’d appreciate anyone in the Tyndrum area keeping a lookout for him. However, and I can’t stress this enough, please do not stray from the safety of your pre-planned route.

“We are working very closely with the mountain rescue team, who are professionally trained and equipped for such searches, and are currently carrying out various lines of enquiry to help us trace him.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland as soon as possible on 101.