In the search for missing Hartlepool man Louis Gofton, police have said that he has a distinctive tattoo. 

26-year-old Louis, from Hartlepool, has been missing since 4pm yesterday, concerning police. 

Louis was last seen in the High Throston area of Hartlepool around 4pm yesterday, Wednesday November 15. 

Police described him as: "A white male, medium build, 5ft 11” tall, with mousey, dark hair and a George and Dragon tattoo on his right forearm. Louis was wearing white, black and green ‘TM’ trainers which are distinctive, light grey Nike jogging bottoms, a black jumper and navy Berghaus waterproof jacket.

"Anyone who may have seen Louis or may know of his whereabouts is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting incident number SG23076702."