Police are becoming increasingly concerned for a man who has gone missing from his home in Sunderland.
Dean Langley, 26, was reported missing at around 7.25pm on Tuesday night, after last being seen at a family member's address at Bournmoor.
Enquiries to locate Dean are ongoing but both his family and police are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare.
Officers have now released a picture of Dean and are appealing for help from the public in a bid to locate him.
He is believed to be in the area of Houghton-le-Spring, Bournmoor, West Rainton or Chilton Moor.
Dean is described as white, of slim build, about 6ft 2in tall, with short dark hair and stubble.
It is understood he could be wearing a black waterproof coat, a black Hugo Boss cap and black trainers.
Dean, or anyone who knows his whereabouts, is asked to contact police immediately on 101 quoting reference 965 240919.
