AN appeal has been made to help find a missing man who is in need of urgent medical attention.

Ian Hilton, aged 55, was last seen leaving Fairfield General Hospital, Bury, heading in the direction of Rochdale.

Mr Hilton is described as white, with grey hair, a white bushy beard and of slim build.

He was last seen wearing a grey patterned jumped, blue jeans and red trainers.

Police shared an appeal on social media: "Ian Hilton is in need of urgent medical attention. Please call police immediately should you see him."