POLICE are becoming concerned for the welfare of a 65-year-old man who is missing from the Sedbergh area.

David Richardson was last seen in Sedbergh at approximately 5.30pm on 16 December.

He is described as being white and has black hair that is receding. He may be in possession of a rucksack and has a keen interest in trains, therefore he may be near train stations or train lines.

Police appeal to anyone who may have seen Mr Richardson to get in touch.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police immediately on 101.

No picture of Mr Richardson has currently been made available.