POLICE officers are growing increasingly concerned for the safety of a Hereford man who went missing five weeks ago.

Officers are continuing their search for 20-year-old Ryan Taylor, who disappeared on Christmas Eve.

Since his disappearance, police have carried out extensive searches of the area, including door-to-door inquiries and scouring of the banks of the River Wye.

However, Mr Taylor's whereabouts remains unknown, although officers involved in the search say they remain positive he is still alive.

Sgt Dave Gwynne, of Hereford police, said: "Obviously we are very concerned about Ryan's welfare and we are urging him to make contact with us, or his family.

Anyone with information should contact Hereford police on 08457 444888.