South Warwickshire man has now been missing for a year

By James Smith

3rd May 2024 | Local News

Stefan Watkins was last seen on May 6 (image via Warwickshire Police)
Stefan Watkins was last seen on May 6 (image via Warwickshire Police)

Warwickshire Police is once again appealing for information to help trace a Warwick man who has been missing for nearly a year.

Stefan Watkins – known as Lee or LeeLee – left his home in Warwick on May 6 2023, but despite extensive efforts, police have been been unable to locate him.

Investigations into the whereabouts of the 48-year-old were handed over to the force's major crime team at the beginning of this year.

Police say they continue to pursue all investigative opportunities and data enquires - speaking with witnesses, viewing CCTV, and are looking into every available lead.

Stefan is described as white, around 6ft tall, with blue eyes and very short hair. He has connections to Coventry and parts of south Warwickshire.

"And ahead of the one year anniversary of his disappearance, we’re asking anyone with information about his disappearance or who has seen Stefan to share the details through our online portal," a force statement said.

Police have issued a number of appeals for information, including on Mr Watkins' birthday in February.

Have you seen Stefan Watkins? (Image via Warwickshire Police)

Detective Sergeant Dan Halford added: “Given the length of time that has passed since Stefan was reported missing, along with ourselves, his friends and family understandably really want to find him. 

“We’re again appealing for the public to help us if they think they’ve seen Stefan or know where he might be.

“Equally, if Stefan is safe and well, we’d ask him to contact us urgently so we can put his family’s mind to rest.

“We’d encourage anyone who wants to provide information about Stefan to use the online portal. It was the King’s coronation on the day he left home and we hope this might help to jog people’s memory. 

“Any information, no matter how small, could prove crucial to finding him.”

Anyone with information should submit it through the portal.

Alternatively you can also contact the force or get in touch anonymously via Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

     

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