POLICE have renewed their plea for information about the whereabouts of a hospital patient who has been missing for almost two weeks.

John Pedalty has not been seen since November 11, when he left Darlington Memorial Hospital. He is considered to be vulnerable and may be in need of medication.

Mr Pedalty, who is from the Eldon area, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham, is described as being of a large build with a fair complexion.

He has blue eyes, unkempt, receding white hair, a beard and thick-rimmed glasses.

Mr Pedalty was last seen wearing grey jogging trousers, a mustard coloured anorak and trainers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Darlington police on (01325) 467681.