A CCTV image of a man who has been missing for a week has been issued in the hopes someone has seen him.

Police released the image of Stephen Rider yesterday evening after he had been missing from his home in Wickford since about 1.30pm on May 11, causing concern for officers and his family.

He is described as 5ft 10ins tall, of stocky build and has a beard.

He was captured on CCTV wearing a green coat, green waterproof trousers and green wellington boots.

He is also carrying a large rucksack and sleeping bag.

Anyone who knows of his whereabouts is asked to contact Essex Police on 101.