Concerns grow for missing Fife man

Ernest Nicholson has not been seen since Monday.

Author: Kara ConwayPublished 15th Feb 2023

Concerns are growing for missing Fife man Ernest Nicholson.

The 57-year-old was reported missing from Cowdenbeath and was last seen on CCTV in the Turnstone area of Dunfermline around quarter past six on Monday morning.

Mr Nicholson is described as 5ft 8in tall and is bald.

When he was last seen he was wearing blue jeans or trousers, a grey jacket with black sleeves, black boots and a grey/black woollen hat. He was also carrying a distinctive green camouflage rucksack.

Sergeant Derek Radcliffe said: “We’re becoming increasingly concerned for Ernest’s welfare as he has not been seen or heard from now for two days.

Mr Micholson was carrying a distinctive green camouflage rucksack.

“I would appeal to anyone who recognises him or who may have seen someone matching his description in the Fife area, since the early hours of Monday morning, to please come forward.

“I would also appeal to Ernest himself. If you see this appeal, make contact with us.”

Anyone with information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 0868 of 13 February, 2023.

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