AN APPEAL has been made for a missing man at Cirencester.

Thomas Coppins, 58, has no fixed address but is a familiar face in the town.

He was reported missing on Tuesday afternoon by staff at a local business.

They were concerned they had not seen him for a number of days, as he usually visits them several times a week.

Although Mr Coppins lives a sporadic lifestyle he is regularly seen in Cirencester.

He is described as around 5ft 8ins or 5ft 9ins tall and has long grey hair and a long grey beard.

He is of slim build and when he was last seen he was wearing a yellow short and blue pinstriped suit.

Police are concerned for his welfare and are appealing for anyone who sees him or knows of his whereabouts to contact them on 0845 090 1234.