POLICE are appealing for information to find a man who has been missing for more than a week.

Joseph McGarry, aged 62, was last seen in Stockton at 9am on Friday June 21.

Cleveland Police have said they are concerned for his wellbeing, and urge members of the public to come forwards with any information leading to his safe return.

A police spokesperson said: "He is white, 6ft tall, bald head, with a tanned complexion. Last seen wearing light blue ripped jeans, and a t-shirt of unknown colour.

"He has tattoos on both arms and hands, and also has a distinctive tattoo, on the back of his head. (hands clasped together in a praying formation) "It is believed he may be in the Durham area.

"Any information on the whereabouts of Joseph, please contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference number 108390."