Police have released a public appeal to help find an elderly man missing from Lewisham.

Niyazi Hassan has been reported missing from south east London, and police say there is concern for his welfare.

The 78-year-old was last seen on the evening of May 18 in the Rushy Green area of Lewisham.

Niyazi Hassan, 78 and missing from Lewisham.

Niyazi Hassan, 78 and missing from Lewisham.

The Missing People charity also launched an appeal to help find Niyazi, and offer a confidential way to report information on 116 000.

Bexley Police say anyone who sees Niyazi can please contact 101 with the reference number 200/19MAY21.