UPDATE: Police have confirmed Paul has now been found.
Officers have launched an urgent search to trace a missing man with a 'distinctive walk'.
Paul Marais vanished last night (August 11) and police have urged anyone who sees him to call 999 immediately.
The 43-year-old from Bradley Stoke is known to frequent Bristol city centre and Clifton, police said.
He’s described as white, about 5ft 10ins, of a large build and has short brown hair.
He was wearing smart black clothing and is said to have a distinctive walk, keeping his knees straight.
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An Avon and Somerset Police spokesman said: "If you see him, call 999 and give reference number 5220181071.
"Alternatively, if you know where he may be, call 101 and use the same reference number."
