THE mother of man missing since the end of June has spoken of her pain as she appeals for him to return home. 

Mark Reid, also known as Clease, is 43 and is from London but went missing after visiting family in Hartlepool on Tuesday, June 30.

Officers believe he could be anywhere in the country.

Mark's mother, Karen Barber today said: “Mark is my only son and I have not slept with worry.

"It’s the pain of not knowing if he is safe and well.

“The whole family love Mark and all we are wanting is for him to make contact to state he is ok.

"We are appealing for anyone who might know where Mark is or who may of seen him to please contact police”.

He is described as being of slim build, 5'11 inches tall, with long hair, which may be combed back, and sometimes he wears a cap.

He has name tattoos on his chest. It's not known what he was last seen wearing.

Anyone with information on Mark's whereabouts is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101.