AN appeal has launched to find missing John Garforth.

The 62-year-old, of Rochford, has been missing since yesterday evening.

Mr Garforth left home planning to cycle to Cambridge to see a family member and did not arrive.

He has diabetes and it is unknown whether he has his medication.

He is described as white, 5ft 2ins tall, of slim build, with short grey/brown hair.

Mr Garforth could be wearing either green or black cycling clothing, and was riding a fold-up pedal cycle.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at Rayleigh on 101.