Police in Torquay are appealing for help tracing a missing man.

David Facey, 55, was reported missing from his home in Torquay this morning having been last seen in the Windsor Close area of Torquay yesterday evening, February 12).

Police are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare and are making urgent enquires to try and locate him.

The force helicopter, together with HM Coastguard has been deployed this morning in the search but he has not been found.

David is described as being a white man, of slim/toned build with mousey brown hair.

He may be wearing blue jeans together with a blue rolled neck jumper, and a dark Nike jacket.

Police ask that if anyone sees David or has any information regarding his current wherabouts that they contact them on 101 quoting police reference 0171 130214.