Police are hunting for a missing man from the Falmouth area who had not been seen for more than a week.

Philip Wood, aged 62, is described as white, around 5ft 11in tall and of slim build, with a ruddy complexion, short grey hair, a full grey beard and blue eyes. He has a Northern accent.

He was last seen wearing a blue waterproof coat, grey shirt and blue jeans on Sunday, October 6.

Police have not issued a photograph of Mr Wood at this time, but have appealed for help from the public in finding him, saying: "We have concerns for his welfare."

Anyone who sees a man of this description or who may have information about where he could be is asked to phone 101 quoting log 546 October 14, 2019.