A UNDERWATER search for missing man Rory Johnson in York has been postponed for today on Tuesday, following a safety assessment of the River Ouse.

North Yorkshire Police say the search by the Regional Underwater Search Team, based at Humberside, has been delayed following a safety assessment of the river this morning.

Police say due to adverse weather conditions and the current level of the river, it has been decided that the river is not safe enough for searches to resume today.

An assessment will be made again tomorrow morning by the Underwater Search Team, to determine whether it is safe for searches to go ahead.

Mr Johnson’s family have been made aware and are being supported by specialist police officers.

The investigation is continuing today with officers following up enquiries and reviewing CCTV footage.

Mr Johnson, 29, was last seen in York at 12.15am on Friday morning when he left the York Central Travelodge on Piccadilly. He had previously been in The Postern Gate Wetherspoon pub from around 11.30pm on Thursday.

Mr Johnson did not return to the hotel and failed to arrive at work in Skipton, where he lives, on Friday evening. Police fear he may have got into difficulty while walking near the river.

Police are appealing for anyone who recalls seeing Rory or someone matching his description in York on Thursday evening or Friday to contact them.

Rory is white, aged 29, 5ft 11in tall, slim build, with short blond hair. He was wearing a round-neck black top, blue jeans and white and navy trainers.

Anyone who can help is urged to call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room. Please quote reference number 12150207141.