The Harnett County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in locating James Lee Matthews, 43, who was reported missing on Wednesday, July 24th.

Matthews was last seen on Friday, July 19th, in the Bakertown Road area of Fuquay-Varina. At the time he was last seen, he was wearing a gray shirt, jeans, and Timberland boots.

He is described as a white male with brown hair and blue eyes. Matthews stands 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs approximately 150 pounds.

Race: White
Sex: Male
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Blue
Height: 5'9''
Weight: 150lbs
Age: 43

Anyone with information regarding James Lee Matthews' whereabouts or any details concerning his case is urged to contact Detective Sipan at 910-893-0171 or the Harnett County Sheriff's Office at 910-893-0300. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through www.P3TIPS.com