A missing man, who is diabetic and believed to be depressed, is being sought be police.

Hugh Waldock, age 35 from Colchester, went missing yesterday afternoon whilst out in Colchester and his family is concerned for his well-being.

Mr Waldock is described as 5ft 6ins tall, with curly brown hair and a beard. He was wearing dark blue cord trousers and a blue jumper with knitted sleeves. He is an insulin dependent diabetic and is not thought to have any medication with him.

The public has been asked to look out for Mr Waldock and any sightings or anyone with information is asked to contact police at Colchester on 101.