POLICE are appealing for a missing man to get in touch.

Concern is growing for Thomas Brett Wilkinson, 41, known as Brett, of Evenwood, County Durham.

He was last seen in his home village on August 1, and is thought to be driving his silver Ford Fiesta, registered F787 DUG.

The car was last seen in Barnard Castle on Monday.

PC Warren Hawes, of Bishop Auckland police, said: "We are obviously concerned for his welfare."

He added Mr Wilkinson was believed to be suffering from depression.

Mr Wilkinson, who lives alone, is 5ft 4in tall, of slim build, with blue eyes and short, brown hair, which is starting to go grey. He has a scar over his left eye and a tattoo on his left arm with the words Kelly Forever.

Mr Wilkinson, or anybody with information about his whereabouts, is urged to call police on (01388) 603566.