Update Issued in Search for Missing Man Alexander Key in Boscastle

Published On: 27 January 2026Last Updated: 27 January 2026By

New CCTV Image Changes Timeline in Boscastle Missing Man Search

Police have released new CCTV images as part of the search for Alexander Key, a 37-year-old man reported missing from the Boscastle area.

New Sighting Identified

Alexander was previously believed to have last been seen at around 2.20pm on Friday 23rd January in a local pub. However, updated CCTV footage now shows him at 3.25pm on Saturday 24th January, walking past the Wellington Pub on Old Road.

The footage shows Alexander heading in the direction of Boscastle Harbour towards the River Valency.

Clothing Description

In the newly released image, Alexander is still wearing his distinctive red shirt. He is also seen wearing a blue anorak or waterproof jacket and black trainers.

Alexander is described as being 5ft 8in tall, of medium build, with bright peroxide blonde hair. He is known to normally wear bright coloured clothing.

Police Appeal

Anyone who has seen Alexander, or who has any information about his whereabouts, is asked to call police immediately on 999, quoting log number 847 of 24/1/26.

Readers can also find further background in our earlier report, which can be read here.

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