A PUBLIC appeal has been launched to find a missing man from Bournemouth.

Richard Bentley, 55 was last in contact with a friend on November 11 and has not been seen or heard from since.   

A report was raised to Dorset Police at around 9am on November 16 of a concern for welfare for Richard.

He is described as 5ft 9in and of very slim build with grey, brown hair and normally wears baggy clothes.

Detective Chief Inspector Helen Deakin, of Dorset Police, said: “Richard has not been seen for a number of days now, which is out of character for him and we are growing concerned for his welfare.

“I would ask anyone who has seen Richard, or a man matching the description given, to please come forward.

“Richard – if you see this appeal, please get in contact with us as we just want to make sure you are safe and well.”

Anyone with information or knowledge as to Richard’s whereabouts is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240176625.