Police are growing increasingly concerned of the whereabouts of a missing 73 year-old man from north Manchester.

John Knott was last seen at his home on Cheetham Hill Road, Manchester at around 3.30pm on Friday 18 December 2015.

Mr Knott is described as being white, 5ft 7in tall, of slim build and has collar length grey hair with grey sideburns.  It is believed he was wearing a white shirt and grey trousers.

Mr Knott suffers from memory loss and police are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information should phone police on 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.