AN appeal has been issued for sightings of a man missing from home for the past ten days.

Colin Bald was last seen in the St Peter's Basin area of Newcastle between 7pm and 7.30pm on Saturday, January 22.

The 23-year-old, from Losh Terrace in the city, has a Scottish accent. He is 6ft, of medium build, with brown eyes, short, brown hair and facial stubble.

When last seen, he was wearing a light coloured jacket, dark trousers and white trainers. He was also wearing a distinctive gold band ring on his fingers, including diamonds which spell out the word Dad.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Mr Bald is asked to contact police on 0191-214 6555.