ALERT: Gardai concerned for welfare of man reported missing from his home in Mayo

Gardai have issued a public appeal for assistance in locating a 67-year-old man who went missing from his home in Co. Mayo earlier this week.

Nicholas Taylor from Charlestown was last seen at approximately 4pm on Tuesday.

He is described as being 6 foot tall with a slim build. He has grey hair and blue eyes. According to gardai, When last seen he was wearing a flat cap, brown jacket, black trousers and brown boots.

Gardaí say both they and Nicholas' family are concerned for his welfare and are anxious to locate him.

Anyone with information that could aid in locating Nicholas is urged to contact Swinford garda station in Swinford at 094 925 2990, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.