Detectives investigating the disappearance of Paul Taylor are continuing to appeal for information and witnesses, two months since he was reported missing.
Paul Taylor has not been seen since leaving his home address in Annan sometime after 9:45pm on 17 October. Police know his car travelled into Carlisle shortly before midnight on 17th, going into the City West area of Carlisle – around Yewdale and Sandsfield Park.
Detectives believe that Paul’s car, a blue Vauxhall Corsa, was then in the area outside of Carlisle city limits on Moorhouse Road and Burgh Road toward Kirkandrews on Eden, in the early hours of Wednesday 18 October.
We now know Paul’s vehicle, was parked up in Green Lane, Carlisle on the morning of Wednesday 18 October at around 9:50am.
Four men arrested in connection with Paul’s disappearance remain released on police bail.
Detective Chief Superintendent Dave Pattinson said: “It has been two months now since Paul was originally reported as missing from his home address in Annan.
“Following our previous appeals and continued investigative enquiries by detectives, we have seen a number of people come forward which has given us vital new information to help piece together what may have happened to Paul.
“However, there are still gaps in the timeline from when Paul’s car was last seen in Carlisle, to when his car was later found in Langwathby.
“We still believe that Paul has come to serious harm, and we know that there are people out there who have the information that we need to find answers for Paul’s family so that they know what has happened to him.
“We still need to speak to anyone who knew or might have spoken to Paul in the days, weeks, or months leading up to the 17 October. Any information, no matter how irrelevant it may seem, could be the missing puzzle piece that helps us figure out what happened to Paul.
“I would urge anyone who has any information to call us on 101, or call Crimestoppers totally anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
Searches are ongoing and members of the public may see an increased police presence in and around the Carlisle area.
A statement from Paul's family
Paying tribute to Paul, his family said: “We are reaching out to anyone who knew Paul, or has even the smallest bit of information related to his disappearance that would help us find peace and get answers.”
Make a report
- Contact police by calling 101 or visiting www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it
- Information can also be sent online: Public Portal (mipp.police.uk)
- CCTV / dashcam footage can be uploaded here: Public Portal (mipp.police.uk)
- Information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or Independent UK charity taking crime information anonymously | Crimestoppers (crimestoppers-uk.org)