Police say they are growing concerned for the welfare of an elderly man who has gone missing in Evesham. 

Officers say Mr Pritchard (pictured) left his home at around 11am this morning for his routine walk but has failed to return home.

He has been described as 5ft 11 in height, a medium build with white hair, and was wearing a green coat and red scalf.

A spokesperson for Evesham Police said: "Officers are concerned for missing male Mr Pritchard.

"He left his home in Evesham at 11am and failed to return home from his morning walk.

"Mr Pritchard is described as 5ft 11, medium build, white hair wearing a green coat and red scalf. Incident ref 00242_I_13012022."

UPDATE: Officers have located Mr Pritchard safe and well and have thanked residents for their support.