A MAN has gone missing from a Southend care home.

Detectives are appealing for help to find Patrick Murrin, 64, who lives in Southbourne Grove, Southend.

He was last seen catching the number 28 bus towards Southend town centre at 10.30am today.

Officers are growing increasingly concerned about Mr Murrin’s welfare as he has an illness that affects his perception of where he is and his ability to communicate.

Mr Murrin is 6ft tall and of average build.

He was wearing a dark brown/black leather jacket with a zip up front, a cream patterned jumper, light grey trousers and black shoes.

Anyone who has seen him should contact officers at Southend on 101.