POLICE have become increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing man.

George Brown, 55, has now been missing since March 10 and was last seen at his home address in Kenton Road, North Shields.

He left a note for his partner saying he needed a few days to "sort his head out", but has not been in touch since.

Mr Brown is 5ft 5in, of medium build, with short grey hair and walks with a limp. He was wearing a purple Berghaus jacket, dark jeans, beige trainers and a gold ring on his left hand.

Anyone with information about Mr Brown's whereabouts is asked to call police on 0191-214 6555 ext 63126.