Police are appealing for help to find an elderly diabetes sufferer who has gone missing without his medication.

David Silvey, 66, was reported missing after he failed to return from a service at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Oxlow Lane, Dagenham, on the morning of Sunday, November 17.

He is described as white, 5ft 6ins tall, of large build with receding grey and white hair and is known to frequent a number of libraries.

Police said he suffers from diabetes and is not believed to be in possession of his medication.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101.