It has now been a year since Stephen, whose surname was never revealed by Thames Valley Police, was last seen.

The 54-year-old was reported missing on Sunday, April 20, last year, having not been heard from since March 30, 2025.

A statement issued by Thames Valley Police on Monday morning (March 30) stated that Stephen stopped at the East Isley Shell garage at approximately 8.15pm on March 31 last year, where he purchased a five-litre fuel can.

READ MORE: Police ‘increasingly concerned’ in search for missing schoolgirl

Missing man Stephen (Image: Thames Valley Police)

He then travelled by car, a blue Mazda 3, which was then abandoned by a field on the Ridgeway near Southfields, Aldworth, West Berkshire.

It is thought to have been there since March 31, 2025.

A comprehensive search of Stephen’s car and the area has been conducted, but a fuel can was not located.

Stephen is described by police as 5ft 11ins tall, of slim build, and may be wearing blue jeans, an open-necked top, a striped cardigan, walking boots and glasses. He is known to carry a backpack with him.

Stephen also has links to Littlehampton, West Sussex.

Thames Valley Police has now renewed its appeal for the public’s help to find missing man Stephen, releasing a fresh statement today (Monday, March 30).

READ MORE: Seven tiny puppies found abandoned under bush

Example of petrol can purchased by Stephen. (Image: Thames Valley Police)

Lead investigating officer, Detective Inspector Elizabeth Batchelor, said: “Ever since Stephen was reported missing in April last year, we have been growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.

“Our officers have searched the Ridgeway, where his car was abandoned, with support from Berkshire Lowland Search and Rescue and have been continuing to make enquiries in an effort to trace him.

“We have been working hard to find Stephen since he was reported missing, and we are still appealing for the public’s help to locate him.

“So if you see Stephen, please call 999, quoting the reference number 43250192691.

READ MORE: Police catch ‘drunk driver overtaking on solid white line’

Example of petrol can purchased by Stephen. (Image: Thames Valley Police)

“We are also appealing to anyone who may have picked up a green five-litre fuel can, like the one pictured, on or around the time that he went missing, as we believe that this person(s) may have information that could assist our search. The can may have been filled with unleaded petrol.

“We are also asking anyone who may have seen or spoken to Stephen on Thursday, March 27, 2025, to please get in touch.

“Anyone with information on Stephen’s whereabouts, no matter how insignificant or small it may seem, please make a report via our website.

“Stephen, if you see this appeal, please know that you are not in any trouble, but we are concerned for you. So, please contact us and let us know where you are.”

The Campaign For Real Ale in Oxfordshire has named its branch winners in each of the districts of awards including pub of the year, ahead of the competition for the overall winner.

For the second time, Wallingford High Street pub The Cross Keys has been named in the coveted awards.

READ MORE: Bicester dessert shop vandalised three weeks after opening

Dave Howse, joint landlord with his wife Emma, said: “It’s an amazing award, it’s the second time that we’ve done it and we managed to go through last year to win the title for the whole of Oxfordshire, so we’ll see if we can do it again this year.”

The Cross Keys in Wallingford (Image: Ed Nix)

Dave Howse and his wife Emma, joint landlords at The Cross Keys pub (Image: Ed Nix)

In the same week of the announcement, The Cross Keys’ parent group Oak Taverns, also run by Mr and Mrs Howse, was awarded the accolade of Community Pub Group of the year at the prestigious Publican Awards.

“It’s been a good week,” Mr Howse added.

The original home of Bunkfest and a dedicated year-round host of community, music and beer-led events, The Cross Keys is a local favourite in the town.

The 35-year-old is studying at Oxford University, in the city where she grew up, having opted to study a Master’s degree in creative writing in 2023.

It was announced last year that Ms Watson had switched to a DPhil while on her acting break, and she previously had studied at two local schools, the Dragon School and Headington School.

The actress is well known for her iconic role as Hermione Granger in all eight of the Harry Potter films, released from 2001 to 2011.

READ MORE: Locals fear Jeremy Clarkson will move to town with Richard Hammond

Tom Felton played Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films. (Image: Ian West/PA Wire)

Now, a former co-star of Ms Watson’s has praised her for playing the “pivotal” role at such a young age.

Tom Felton, who played school bully and Slytherin wizard Draco Malfoy in the films, was speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast last week.

The 38-year-old said: “There’s no one that I admire more, really, considering being cast for such a now pivotal role in history.

READ MORE: TV legend Mary Berry shocks fans with Great British Bake Off admission

Daniel Radcliffe and Tom Felton as Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. (Image: Warner Bros.)

“At the time, nine years old, not to mention the added dimension of being a young woman, a young girl going through that is another level of complexity.

“Needless to say, I can’t relate to that, and I can’t even experience it.”

Then, when speaking about his Harry Potter castmates as a group, Mr Felton added: “But, you know, I just have huge admiration for all of them.”