Another birthday without news passes for the family and friends of missing man Daniel Hives.

Daniel was last seen on the evening of December 10 2022. He had left a property in City View, Sidings Close, close to the River Lune, and has not been spotted since.

He was 28 at the time of his disappearance, and turns 32 on Sunday March 29.

Lancashire Police have carried out investigations to find Daniel including an extensive search of the river and surrounding area as well as exploring all CCTV and dashcam footage opportunities and speaking to witnesses.

The Lancashire Police Dogs unit, the Drone Team and the North West Underwater Search and Marine Unit were supported by Lancaster Area Search and Rescue, the National Police Air Service and search dogs from Lancashire Fire and Rescue in the search.

The Chorley-based Beneath the Surface underwater diving team, who help families search for missing loved ones using sonar technology and scuba diving skills, have also searched the Lune for Daniel on more than one occasion.

Daniel’s family and friends have also carried out numerous searches and held events to raise awareness.

Marking Daniel's 31st birthday last year, his brother Robbie said: "The hunt is still going 28 months on with still no sign or word.

“We will never give up until the day we have you home; every day that goes by feels heavier and heavier.

“Miss you so much Daniel.”

Christmas 2025 was the fourth festive season Daniel’s family spent without him.

When Daniel was last seen, he was wearing a blue Hugo Boss tracksuit and black Nike trainers. He is 6ft, of slim build, with short brown hair.

Daniel has a young son and although originally from Coventry had been most recently living in Preston. He also has links to Norwich.

Lancashire Police said Daniel’s disappearance remains a live investigation, and anyone with information should contact 101, quoting log 0250 of December 12, 2022.

You can also email [email protected] with the same log number.

In addition, you can email [email protected], an address set up by family and friends in the hope information about Daniel’s disappearance will be passed to them.