‘Serious concerns’ for Joshua Bishop, 23, missing for nearly three weeks

Detectives are renewing their search for a missing man who has not been seen by his friends or family for nearly three weeks.

Police are continuing their search for a man who has been missing for nearly three weeks in Melbourne’s north, as they determine whether his disappearance is suspicious.

Sunbury man Joshua Bishop, 23, was last seen by his housemates in Lalor Crescent about 9.30pm on May 27.

He was reported missing two days later on May 29 by his mother.

Police said the man’s disappearance was “completely out of character”, and family have serious concerns for his welfare.

However, due to the unknown circumstances of his disappearance, police are yet to determine whether it is suspicious.

Joshua Bishop has been missing for nearly three weeks. Picture: Victoria Police

Mr Bishop’s phone and bank accounts have not been accessed since May 27. His phone last pinged at Broadmeadows Valley Park on Barry Rd.

Police previously searched the area on June 4 but will return to the park on Monday for a renewed search.

The search will focus on the Broadmeadows Valley Park in Melbourne’s north. Picture: Victoria Police

Mr Bishop has never been reported missing before and is not known to police.

However, detectives will investigate whether he had any connections or was involved in criminal activity.

He is described as being of average build with short blonde hair and blue eyes and was last seen wearing a black singlet and tracksuit pants.

Anyone with information about Mr Bishop or his whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Originally published as ‘Serious concerns’ for Joshua Bishop, 23, missing for nearly three weeks