CONCERN is growing for the safety of a 30-year-old former doorman who has not been seen since May 14.

Graham Stephenson left his home in Dale Street, New Marske, east Cleveland, which he shared with his partner, to go to Yarm, near Stockton, to buy a car.

He called at a house in Brotton to pick up some clothes first. Mr Stephenson did not meet up with his friend and has not been seen since.

He is described as 5ft 9in, large build, slightly tanned, with blue eyes and shaven head. He has a bar piercing through his left eye-brow and a Geordie accent.

Anyone with information is asked to call Cleveland Police on (01642) 302626.