POLICE are concerned for the welfare of a missing County Durham man.

David Hardy, 37, was last seen at 9.30pm last night, February 18, after leaving his home address in Murton.

Mr Hardy is described as a white male, 6ft 4in tall, slim build, with short dark hair.

He was last seen wearing a black fleece top, grey Adidas tracksuit bottoms and grey Adidas trainers.

Anyone with information as to Mr Hardy's whereabouts is urged to contact Durham Police on 101 or his family.

Officers are also urging him to contact this number if he sees this appeal.