POLICE and social workers are extremely concerned about the welfare of a 62-year-old man who is missing from the Herne Bay area.

Robert Hawksworth, known as Bob, will become vulnerable without his medication. He has been missing since about 11pm last Wednesday.

Mr Hawksworth is white, about 5ft 2in tall with short, dark grey/brown hair, a grey beard and moustache.

His left arm has been amputated and it is believed he may be wearing glasses, grey trousers and a light coloured shirt.

Anyone with information about Mr Hawksworth is asked to contact Canterbury Police on 01227 762055.