Police hold concern for the welfare of a 59-year-old Sunshine Coast man who was reported missing in the Far North overnight.

A search operation is currently underway in the Cooktown area after Ian Robertson’s black 2006 Ford Falcon utility was located on Battle Camp Road around 2:00pm yesterday.

He was last seen four days ago taking what appeared to be camping gear out of the ute, which was parked near Battle Camp Road at the time.

A search has commenced involving police, State Emergency Services and a helicopter in the area where his vehicle was found.

Ian is described as Caucasian, around 170cm in height, with a proportionate build, dark brown hair and brown eyes.

Anyone who may have seen him, or his Falcon is urged to contact police immediately.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day or call 1800 333 000.