An urgent appeal has been launched to trace a man with Alzheimer's who has been missing since yesterday evening.

Antonia, from Prestwich, was last seen in Little Lever.

Police say he has not been since since 6.50pm last night, when he was spotted on Tong Road.

Anotonia is around 5ft 7inches tall and of a small build.

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said: "Antonio was last seen wearing a navy-blue cap, blue coat and shirt, faded black jeans and black glasses. He also wears glasses.

"Antonio has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and speaks mostly Italian.

"If anyone has seen him, please contact GMP via 0161 856 8042 or http://gmp.police.uk quoting MSP/06NN/001223/22."