A man missing from his Lincolnshire home may be in the North.

Douglas Sprakes, 56, from Saxilby, near Lincoln, went missing on Valentine's Day. It is thought he may have travelled to Scarborough.

He is 5ft 10in, about 14st, with brown short hair that is receding and a brown/grey moustache. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, brown anorak, light trainers and carrying a blue holdall.

Mr Sprakes requires medication, which police believe he has with him but they are still concerned he may become ill. Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on (01522) 885239.