A Purfleet man has not been seen since visiting Lakeside shopping centre on Friday afternoon.

Police are appealing for the public's help to find missing Robert Mizzi, 26, who lives in Watts Crescent.

Officers and his family are concerned for his welfare and are asking anyone who knows where he is to contact them as soon as possible.

He is described as white, 5ft 7in tall, of slim build, with short fair hair and blue eyes.

He was last seen wearing burgundy football shorts, a blue t-shirt, hooded top and white trainers.

Anyone with information is asked to call officers at Grays on 101.