POLICE have "serious concerns" for the welfare of a missing man who they say could be in Worcester.

68 year-old Gerard Roy left his home in Selly Oak on March 5 and has not been seen since.

He is known to frequent areas of the county including Worcester, Redditch and Kidderminster, and police are appealing for any information as to his whereabouts.

A statement read: "Gerard Roy, 68,is currently missing.

"He may be in the area of Bromsgrove or Worcester.

"He is a white male, 5ft 9, slight build, described as slightly hunched over.

"He wears a black hair piece, usually a black jacket and carries a Sainsbury's bag.

"If anyone knows where Gerard is or believes they have seen him please ring 101 and quote log 4333 of March 5."