CCTV released of missing Aviemore man Rodrigo Falcon

Rodrigo Falcon has been missing since the early hours of Sunday

CCTV images have been released showing a man who has been missing from Aviemore amid wintry conditions.

Police said the pictures of Rodrigo Falcon on the village's Grampian Road at about 03:10 were the last known sighting of the 33-year-old.

The images show him walking towards the southern end of Aviemore.

His friends, concerned that he is not adequately dressed for the weather, have been joined by volunteers in searches to find him.

Police Scotland has appealed for sightings and said local police were working with specialist officers in the effort to trace Mr Falcon.

CCTV images show Mr Falcon walking towards the southern end of Aviemore

Ch Insp Alasdair McLeod said: "It is obvious from the response we have had that there is great concern in the community for his well-being and I would like to thank the local community for their assistance so far.

"As part of our inquiries, it has been established that Rodrigo was not wearing his brown woollen coat, but was seen on CCTV wearing his red jumper and baggy jeans with no coat.

"He is described as being 5ft 6in tall, of slim build, with dark hair cut in a mullet style with a moustache and beard."

Jo Orr said there was a huge effor to find Mr Falcon

One of Mr Falcon's friend's, Jo Orr, praised the response of the public and emergency services.

She said: "There's been a huge search effort by the local community covering a huge amount of ground.

"Also police, mountain rescue and a dogs unit have been out canvassing the area.

"We are absolutely desperate to find him. The temperature has been as low as -12C since has been missing."